SOURCES SOUGHT - BOWLING CENTER OIL MACHINE - EIELSON AFB, AK

AI Summary

The Department of Defense is seeking sources for a commercial-grade, self-propelled bowling lane maintenance machine for Eielson AFB, AK. The machine must automate lane conditioning and cleaning, support multiple oil patterns, and include features like Wi-Fi connectivity and mobile app integration. This opportunity is for market research purposes only.

Contract details

Solicitation No.: SSBOWLINGOILLTJ
Notice Type: Sources Sought
Posted Date: June 9, 2026
Response Deadline: June 19, 2026
NAICS Code: 339920 AI guide
PSC / Class Code: 7810
Issuing Office: FA5004 354 CONS PK
Sub-Agency: DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
Primary Contact: JIMENEZ, JOSE C.
City: EIELSON AFB
State: AK
ZIP Code: 99702-2200
AI Product/Service: product

Description

** FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSE ONLY **

The Bowling Center requires the purchase of one (1) commercial-grade, self-propelled bowling lane maintenance machine to support daily bowling operations and ensure proper upkeep of bowling lanes. The machine shall be capable of automatically applying lane conditioner (oil) and cleaning bowling lanes using programmable lane patterns to maintain lane performance, consistency, and longevity.

The machine shall be battery operated and equipped with lane-to-lane walking capability, allowing it to move independently between lanes without manual transport. The system shall support multiple oil pattern configurations for recreational bowling, league play, and tournament operations. The machine shall include integrated Wi-Fi connectivity and mobile application functionality for pattern management, updates, diagnostics, and operational monitoring.

At a minimum, the machine shall include the following features:

Tank light
Mobile app integration
Glide lane conditioner
Sprayless cleaning system
Battery-operated functionality
Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity
Lane-to-lane walking capability
Oil pattern access and pattern integration
Removable vacuum motor
Large waste recovery tank
Easy-change squeegee cartridge
Multi-adjustment squeegee
Six (6) variable drive speed settings
Two (2) auto-aligning lane whiskers
Front safety object detection system

The machine shall be designed for commercial bowling center use and capable of supporting continuous daily operations. Failure to maintain bowling lanes with an appropriate lane conditioning machine may result in premature lane deterioration, inconsistent lane conditions, reduced customer satisfaction, and potential interruption of Bowling Center operations.

Salient characteristics attached.

Key dates

June 9, 2026Posted Date
June 19, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

AI search tags

bowling equipment lane maintenance commercial machinery self-propelled machines battery operated equipment wi-fi enabled devices

Frequently asked questions

SOURCES SOUGHT - BOWLING CENTER OIL MACHINE - EIELSON AFB, AK is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.