Bid guide

How to bid on Decommission & Demo CRAC Units at B3001, Annex G, Tinker AFB for the DEPT of the Air Force

DEPT of the Air Force Tinker AFB, OKCloses August 7, 2026

What the Air Force is buying

The Department of the Air Force is seeking information from vendors to decommission and remove two obsolete Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) units from a data center at Tinker Air Force Base. This work also includes restoring the affected floor, wall, ceiling, mechanical, electrical, and structural systems to their original condition. The project aims to ensure the continued integrity, safety, and professional appearance of a critical mission support facility.

This is an opportunity for construction firms with experience in specialized demolition and restoration within sensitive facility environments. The expected performance period for the work is 60 days after the notice to proceed.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 22, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 07, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. At the deadline, the government will stop accepting submissions.

It is important to note that this is an RFI, meaning the government is gathering information and not yet soliciting proposals for a contract. Funding for this project is not currently available and is contingent upon future appropriations. No legal liability for payment will arise until funds are made available and the contractor receives written notice.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms, particularly those with expertise in facility decommissioning, demolition, and restoration, especially involving HVAC or specialized equipment removal from data centers or similar critical infrastructure. Vendors should have experience in architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural restoration work.

The relevant category for this work is construction.

How to respond

To access the full opportunity details and prepare your response, you will need to go to the original source portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link a second time to go directly to the bid.

You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though for some bids, documents are publicly accessible without an account.

Practical tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response to an RFI, clearly demonstrate your firm's specific experience with similar projects, especially those involving the safe decommissioning and removal of specialized equipment like CRAC units from operational facilities. Highlight your capabilities in restoring multiple building systems (architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural) to a fully operational condition.

Even though this is an RFI, provide concise and relevant information that showcases your technical expertise and capacity to perform the work within the specified timeframe. Detail any relevant certifications or safety protocols your team follows for such sensitive operations. While funding is not yet available, a strong RFI response can position your firm favorably for future solicitations related to this project.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Air Force; the original posting controls.