Closed Solicitation · DEPT OF DEFENSE

    Sources Sought - Aircraft De-icing Vehicle Lease

    Sol. SS_Aircraft_De-icing_Vehicle_LeaseSources SoughtSet-aside: No Set aside usedELLSWORTH AFB, SD
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    closed Feb 20, 2026
    POSTED
    Feb 18, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    532490
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    5700
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The United States Air Force is seeking sources for leasing aircraft de-icing trucks at Ellsworth AFB for 1-2 months. Interested parties should submit a capability statement detailing available equipment, delivery timelines, and estimated costs. This notice is for market research only and is not a solicitation.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    SS_Aircraft_De-icing_Vehicle_Lease
    Notice Type
    Sources Sought
    Set-Aside
    No Set aside used
    Posted Date
    February 18, 2026
    Response Deadline
    February 20, 2026
    NAICS Code
    532490AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    5700
    Contract Code
    5700
    Issuing Office
    FA4690 28 CONS PKC
    Primary Contact
    Matthew Shofner
    State
    SD
    ZIP Code
    57706-4947
    AI Product/Service
    service

    Description

    Sources Sought ***This is not a solicitation. The Government will not reimburse contractors for any costs associated with this notice. *** Synopsis The United States Air Force at Ellsworth AFB is conducting Market Research, in accordance with FAR Part 10, to identify possible sources for the leasing of aircraft de-icing trucks. At this time, there is no Statement of Work (SOW) associated with this requirement. As such, the Government is willing to consider any capabilities available. However, any offeror must be able to supply the leased equipment within 10 Days ARO. We will need the vehicle for approximately 1-2 months. If interested, please send a capability statement with any technical details of your available equipment and how soon you can deliver the vehicle to Ellsworth AFB, as well as an estimated cost. The estimated cost is to be used for budgetary planning and is not legally binding. Additionally, please provide CAGE codes or SAM UEI codes. At this time, the government does not need lengthy brochures or capability statements. Please respond only with the basic minimum requested details. We will respond with any additional required details as needed. The Government will use information received to formulate the acquisition strategy and small business set-asides. Point of Contact Please send all requested documenation and questions to 2d Lt Matthew Shofner (matthew.shofner.1@us.af.mil). If you have quick questions, please contact 2d Lt Matthew Shofner at 605-385-1750.

    Key dates

    1. February 18, 2026Posted Date
    2. February 20, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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    Sources Sought - Aircraft De-icing Vehicle Lease is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.

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