38 RQS Dive Trailer

1. Introduction:

This is a Sources Sought issued for conducting market research and identifying potential sources. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ), or an Invitation for Bid (IFB). No solicitation is being issued at this time, and this notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract.

The purpose of this notice is to identify potential vendors, including small businesses, capable of providing a custom-built Bumper Pull Enclosed Trailer for the 38th Rescue Squadron at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. Please submit all information to maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil, if you have questions, you may email or call at (229) 257-4712

2. Requirements:

The Government is seeking a custom-built trailer rated to carry a minimum of three thousand pounds (3000lbs) of support equipment for dive operations. Equipment includes 20 scuba tanks, two air compressors, various dive weights and clumps, various underwater search equipment, various dive maintenance tools, 15 BCD's, freshwater dip tank, individual dive equipment for approximately 15 personnel.

The electrical load for the trailer (50 AMPS) must be enough to run two A/C units, electric compressor, charge various batteries for U/W search equipment, charge various batteries for comms equipment, and lights.

Enclosed Bumper Pull Trailer; nominal dimensions 8.5' x 32' or equivalent interior volume.

Minimum 8' interior height with a minimum 7'6" clear opening height at the ramp door.

Spare tires and wheels

Interior Spare Mount x 2 - Bogey Wheels

 Minimum 15" x 18" access door (fiber, composite, or non-conductive material) to support external cable routing for dive site operations.

Base cabinet

Two (2) Air Conditioning Units minimum 15k BTU

Wire and brace for two (2) Air Conditioning Units

Kick plates on walls and cabinet

E-track on walls, two (2) rows

Durable, waterproof, and non-slip flooring to protect the Trailers subfloor from water damage and heavy diving gear

Power-operated tongue jack system with a dedicated 12V battery or equivalent independent power source.

Sufficient LED lighting (back up, loading, Dome, Flood, Red clearance lights) with switches in multiple locations for the LED lighting

External power inlet/motor base plug rated for a minimum of 50 Amps.

Interior plug outlets

Exterior GFIs

Sink and toilet Bathroom with Connections; Operational sites will vary, plumbing needs to mirror that of an RV bathroom to allow water and waste holding tanks so that facilities are available as needed.

3. Submission Instructions (Capability Statement):

Interested and capable vendors are requested to submit a Capability Statement addressing their ability to meet the requirements outlined above. Responses should be concise and include the following:

1. Company Profile:

- Company Name and Address

- Point of Contact (Name, Title, Email, Phone number)

- CAGE Code and Unique Entity ID (UEI)

2. Socio-Economic Status: Indicate your business size standard and any socio-economic designations (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB).

3. Technical Capability:

- Respondents must provide a technical narrative demonstrating their manufacturing capabilities, engineering expertise, and experience integrating complex systems into mobile platforms The narrative must explicitly address how your firm can meet or exceed the requirements listed

4. Submission Details:

Responses to this Sources Sought notice must be submitted electronically via email to the primary point of contact listed below.

Deadline: Monday, May 4th, 2026, at 8:00 AM, EST. Submit To: SrA Maximos Ramirez at maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil and CC 1st Lt Nasir Smith at nasir.smith.1@us.af.mil

Subject Line: “Sources Sought response – Dive Trailer - [Your company name]”

Disclaimer: The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with the preparation or submission of information in response to this notice.