How to bid on laser eye protection kits for the Air Force at Misawa AB

What the Air Force is buying

The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 35th Contracting Office at Misawa Air Base, Japan, intends to purchase Gentex SF2-C laser eye protection kits. This includes 50 spectacle kits (small, medium, large), 4 repair kits, and 25 prescription outsert kits (small, medium, large), plus 2 Rx repair kits.

This equipment is for flying personnel and is considered Government Furnished Equipment (GFE). The agency is proposing a sole-source award to Gentex Corporation due to established manufacturer ordering procedures for these specific items.

Key dates and deadlines

This notice was published on July 24, 2026. If you intend to respond, you must do so by August 07, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET. This corresponds to 10:00 AM Japan Standard Time on August 8, 2026. Responses received after this deadline may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is primarily for businesses that can provide the exact Gentex SF2-C laser eye protection kits listed in the notice. The agency believes only Gentex Corporation can meet this requirement due to specific ordering procedures.

However, if your firm can provide all the required items, meet security requirements, and demonstrate that competition would benefit the Government, you are encouraged to respond. The NAICS code associated with this requirement is 339115, which covers surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing.

How to respond

To respond to this notice, you must identify your interest by showing clear and convincing evidence that you can provide all the needed assets, meet the security requirements, and that competition would be advantageous to the Government.

Send your response via email to TSgt Loraine Ermel, Contracting Specialist, at [email protected] and 1st Lt Kade Forrester, Contracting Officer, at [email protected]. Do not send telephone calls or facsimiles. This is not a solicitation, and responses are not considered offers.

Tips for a competitive response

When responding to a sole-source notice, focus on providing specific details about your ability to supply the exact products requested. Clearly outline how your firm can meet or exceed the stated requirements for the Gentex SF2-C kits.

Emphasize your capacity to meet any security requirements mentioned. If you believe your firm can offer a competitive advantage, such as better pricing or delivery, ensure this is clearly articulated in your email response. Provide concrete evidence to support your claims.