Bid guide
How to bid on Offutt AFB Intrusion Detection System Services for the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force needs services for security and surveillance systems at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. This includes installation, testing, maintenance, and replacement of various equipment.
Specifically, the work covers GE MASterMind sensors, automated access control and biometric systems, badge stations, network components, closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras and recording systems, immediate visual assessment (IVA) cameras and recording systems, and other Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) equipment.
Key dates and deadlines
A site visit is scheduled for July 9, 2026. If you wish to attend, you must submit attendee information using Attachment 03 by July 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT.
Questions about the solicitation are due by July 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM CDT. Offers must be submitted by August 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT. This deadline was extended by Amendment 00001.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in security system installation, maintenance, and integration. Firms with experience in intrusion detection systems, access control, CCTV, and biometric systems, particularly those familiar with GE MASterMind products, will find this relevant.
The work falls under the equipment category, focusing on specialized security and surveillance technology.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click the “View original source” button. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Offers must be submitted via email to the Contracting Office. Ensure you use the Notice ID in the subject line of your email. It is your responsibility to request confirmation of receipt for your submission.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents, including Amendment 00001, which updates evaluation criteria and extends the deadline. Pay close attention to the specific types of equipment and systems mentioned, such as GE MASterMind, ACS/biometric systems, and various camera types.
If possible, attend the site visit to gain a clearer understanding of the existing infrastructure and specific requirements. Prepare your questions thoroughly before the July 10 deadline to ensure all ambiguities are addressed. When submitting your offer, double-check that all required forms and information are included and that your email submission is confirmed as received.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis 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.