Bid guide
How to bid on Cascade Wind Tunnel Removal for the DEPT of Defense
What the Air Force Academy is buying
The U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) needs a small business to dismantle, remove, and dispose of an old Cascade Wind Tunnel (CWT), its ductwork, and HVAC system. This equipment is located at the USAFA Aeronautics Laboratory in Colorado Springs, CO.
The work involves draining system fluids, disassembling the CWT and related structures, safely disconnecting all utilities, and removing all debris. The contractor must provide certified weight tickets for scrap disposal and handle all environmental requirements, permits, and safety standards. The estimated period of performance is 30 calendar days from the date of award.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. If you have questions, they must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. Mountain time on July 31, 2026. The final deadline for submitting your quote is August 07, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET.
At the deadline, the government will evaluate submitted quotes. No award will be made until funds are available, and the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation without obligation to reimburse vendor costs.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% set-aside for small business concerns. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 238290, for Other Building Equipment Contractors, with a small business size standard of $22 million.
This bid is suitable for firms experienced in demolition, industrial dismantling, HVAC removal, and environmental waste handling, particularly those familiar with government facility protocols and safety standards.
How to respond to this solicitation
To respond, you must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Your quote needs to include the solicitation number, your contact information, CAGE code, UEI number, and business size/socioeconomic status under NAICS code 238290.
Your submission must have three parts: a technical performance plan demonstrating your understanding of the Performance Work Statement (PWS), a price quotation using the provided CLIN structure, and information for past performance review. The government will retrieve past performance data from government-wide databases.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Attachment 5, the Asbestos Inspection Report, to fully understand the scope and any specific environmental considerations. Your technical plan should clearly detail your dismantling methodology, sequence of work, utility safing plan, debris removal and disposal, and a proposed schedule. Do not simply restate the government's requirements; provide a convincing rationale for your approach.
Ensure your price quotation is firm-fixed-price and aligns with the CLIN structure. Double-check that all prices are rounded to the nearest whole dollar. Since the government will review past performance using existing databases, ensure your records in systems like CPARS and SAM are up-to-date and reflect positive performance on previous contracts.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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 Defense; the original posting controls.