Set-Aside Pulse (Full & Open): What’s moving this week across sustainment, construction, and overseas facilities

Executive takeaway

Multiple full-and-open actions posted on Feb. 13, 2026 span aircraft sustainment (KC-46 common repairables), a large historic renovation in Boston, a USACE bulkhead build at Hugo Lake, and several overseas embassy service needs. The fastest-moving item is the KC-46 amendment-driven RFP with a near-term due date and a clarified Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Plan reference. The clearest “don’t over-invest” notice is the Defense Health Agency intent to award sole source to PeakLogix—where the only realistic play is a capabilities statement if you can credibly challenge OEM exclusivity.

What the buyer is trying to do

KF-46 commercial common repairable support (Amendment 3)

The Air Force is running a competitive, full-and-open solicitation for KC-46 commercial common repairable support. Amendment activity is centered on keeping Q&A current and tightening proposal instructions—most notably the requirement to submit an SCRM Plan aligned to the correct PWS section reference.

PeakLogix storage systems maintenance (DHA intent to award sole source)

The Joint Pathology Center repository needs preventive and corrective maintenance plus software/hardware support for an installed material handling/storage ecosystem (15 VLM units, 4 horizontal carousel cells) and associated software stack (PickPro ICS SQL Version 8.2 Multi Workstation System, MSSQL data server, and computer hardware). The notice states PeakLogix is the OEM for the software and carousel controls, and the Government is signaling a sole-source award (FFP) while allowing informational responses.

GSA/NPS Building 107 renovation (Boston, MA)

GSA PBS New England intends to renovate an unoccupied, three-story ~60,000 SF masonry building (constructed in 1904) at the Charlestown Navy Yard for multi-departmental NPS office use. The scope includes historic envelope work and a full interior renovation with MEP and HVAC. The project is pursuing LEED certification (level TBD) and is forecast at $50M–$60M.

USACE Hugo Lake bulkhead assembly (OK)

USACE Tulsa District is preparing a design-bid-build construction action (FFP anticipated) to fabricate, ship, assemble, and test a segmental floating bulkhead (six hollow steel tubular segments) plus incidental construction including a crane pad. Optional work includes removal/disposal of the existing bulkhead.

Overseas State Department needs (air filter, breaker maintenance, cellular services)

State is signaling several requirements: a fixed-price competitive award for a “400 Series Air Filter” (Ulaanbaatar), a pre-solicitation for Tier III breaker maintenance in Tashkent (OEM factory certified technician required), and a multi-site cellular service requirement supporting U.S. Mission Pakistan (Islamabad plus consulates in Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar) with a base year and four one-year options.

What work is implied (bullets)

• KC-46 sustainment RFP: prepare a compliant proposal package, track amendments/Q&A updates, and submit an SCRM Plan aligned to PWS Section 17.0 (17.1–17.3).
• DHA/JPC maintenance (sole source notice): scheduled PM, on-call response, and unscheduled corrective maintenance for VLMs/horizontal carousels; software and hardware support for PickPro ICS SQL v8.2 multi-workstation, MSSQL data server, and computer hardware.
• Building 107 renovation: historic envelope repairs (repointing, roof deck/insulation, slate roof, skylights, copper gutters/downspouts, windows), plus full interior buildout and complete MEP/HVAC modernization for office occupancy; support LEED documentation (level TBD).
• Hugo Lake bulkhead: steel fabrication and modular floating assembly work; field assembly in reservoir, ballast/rotation methodology, placement against tainter gate piers; build crane pad; testing and commissioning; optional demolition/removal of old bulkhead.
• Tashkent breaker service: Tier III breaker maintenance including inspection, cleaning, racking breakers, lubrication, and testing with appropriate breaker test equipment; staffing by an OEM factory certified technician (minimum experience threshold stated in notice—verify in solicitation when issued).
• Pakistan cellular services: deliver mobile telephone services across multiple mission locations with a one-year base and four one-year options.
• Ulaanbaatar air filter: fixed-price competitive supply action (details minimal—verify in attachments/solicitation).

Who should bid / who should pass (bullets)

• Bid (good fit) if you:
  • Can respond quickly to amendment-driven RFPs and build an SCRM Plan mapped to specified PWS sections (KC-46).
  • Are a large GC or experienced historic renovation prime with deep MEP/HVAC capability and LEED delivery history (Building 107).
  • Have in-house steel fabrication/erection and marine/heavy civil field assembly experience suitable for a floating bulkhead system and crane pad construction (Hugo Lake).
  • Can credibly self-perform or subcontract OEM-certified switchgear/breaker maintenance overseas and manage logistics in Uzbekistan (Tashkent).
  • Operate as a telecom carrier/aggregator capable of multi-city service delivery and contract option management (Pakistan cellular).
• Pass (or limit effort) if you:
  • Are not prepared to submit the required SCRM Plan or cannot keep up with fast Q&A/version changes (KC-46).
  • Lack historic envelope credentials or do not have the bonding/scale to compete credibly in the $50M–$60M renovation band (Building 107).
  • Don’t have marine/heavy lift planning strength for in-water assembly/ballasting/placement work (Hugo Lake).
  • Cannot provide OEM factory certified technician coverage for Tier III breaker work (Tashkent).
  • Are hoping to compete the DHA storage-systems maintenance as a normal open RFQ—this is a sole-source intent notice (PeakLogix), so treat it as a capabilities-statement/market-research window only.

Response package checklist

• KC-46:
  • Confirm the latest Q&A spreadsheet version referenced in the notice and ensure your assumptions match it (verify in attachments).
  • SCRM Plan submitted in accordance with PWS Section 17.0 including 17.1–17.3.
  • All Section L / FAR 52.212-1 submission instructions (verify in attachments).
  • Pricing response format and any required CLIN/price schedule (verify in attachments).
• DHA PeakLogix (sole source notice):
  • Capabilities statement demonstrating ability to maintain/repair the specific VLM/carousel systems and support the listed software environment (as applicable).
  • Any evidence of authorization/certification needed to support OEM-controlled components (verify what the Government will accept).
• Building 107 (GSA):
  • Follow instructions for accessing secure documents (SAM Unique Entity ID is referenced).
  • Confirm required past performance, bonding, safety, and LEED-related submittals (verify in attachments when released).
• Hugo Lake bulkhead (USACE):
  • Track RFP release timing (“late February 2026” expected) and confirm optional work structure for removal/disposal.
  • Plan for fabrication drawings, assembly/testing approach, and crane pad execution methodology (verify requirements in RFP/attachments).
• Tashkent breaker maintenance:
  • Monitor embassy procurement page for solicitation release (the notice states it is not ready yet).
  • Document OEM factory-certified technician qualifications and breaker test equipment approach (verify in solicitation).
• Pakistan cellular services:
  • Service coverage plan for Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, and Peshawar; base year + option year structure acknowledgment (verify full RFP requirements).
• Ulaanbaatar air filter:
  • Product spec/compliance, delivery terms, and evaluation basis (verify in solicitation/attachments—details are minimal in snippet).

Pricing & strategy notes

• KC-46: Treat pricing as a compliance exercise first—align to whatever the RFP specifies, then sanity-check your approach against the newest Q&A file referenced in the amendment trail. If the requirement is part of a broader MAC/IDIQ context (noted in the amendment text), confirm whether pricing is for a specific contract action vs. a vehicle structure (verify in attachments).
• DHA PeakLogix (sole source): The notice includes an estimated value and FFP structure. If you’re responding informationally, focus less on price and more on demonstrating an alternate path to meet the OEM/software/control-system support requirements.
• Building 107: With a $50M–$60M estimate and historic/LEED elements, build a price strategy by benchmarking similar historic-envelope + full MEP modernization renovations in the region, then validate risk allowances around slate roofing/skylights/windows and MEP integration (final requirements must come from the RFP/secure docs).
• Hugo Lake bulkhead: Separate fabrication/shop risk from field assembly risk. Use supplier quotes for steel tubular segments and pumping/ballasting equipment planning, then price the in-water assembly/testing sequence with appropriate contingency for access and lifting methodology (verify RFP constraints).
• Overseas State actions: For breaker maintenance and cellular services, price will hinge on staffing model, response times, travel/logistics, and any local regulatory constraints—none of which are fully defined in the snippets, so avoid assumptions and wait for the full solicitation.

Subcontracting / teaming ideas

• KC-46: Consider teaming with specialists who can strengthen SCRM plan development and validation tied to aerospace sustainment supply chains (ensure their role maps cleanly to PWS 17.0 requirements).
• Building 107:
  • Historic masonry/envelope subs for repointing and window restoration/replication.
  • Specialty roofing (slate) and copper gutter/downspout trades.
  • MEP integrators with renovation-in-occupied-campus experience (even though this building is unoccupied, campus constraints may still apply—verify).
  • LEED documentation support (level TBD).
• Hugo Lake:
  • Steel fabrication partner with capacity for large tubular segments and QA/testing documentation.
  • Marine/heavy lift subcontractor for in-water assembly and placement planning.
  • Civil subcontractor for crane pad construction.
• Tashkent breaker service: Local logistics/support plus OEM-certified technician coverage; if you’re prime, pre-arrange access to appropriate breaker test equipment.
• Pakistan cellular: If not a carrier, explore reseller/aggregator arrangements that can still meet mission-wide service and support requirements (verify solicitation allowances).

Risks & watch-outs

• KC-46:
  • Amendment churn: ensure you are bidding from the most up-to-date Q&A spreadsheet version referenced in the notice.
  • SCRM Plan citation changed: the plan must align to PWS Section 17.0 (17.1–17.3); don’t submit against the prior 18.0 reference.
  • No additional pre-proposal conference is planned before proposals are due (per amendment text), so unresolved questions may have to be managed via written interpretation and attachments.
• DHA PeakLogix:
  • It is explicitly a notice of intent to award sole source; treat any response as informational only.
  • OEM/software/control-system assertions can be difficult to overcome without strong documentation—avoid speculative claims.
• Building 107:
  • Historic standards for envelope work can constrain means/methods and materials.
  • LEED certification target is not defined (level TBD), which can impact scope expectations—verify once the RFP releases.
• Hugo Lake:
  • In-water assembly/ballasting/rotation introduces schedule and safety complexity; ensure your approach is realistic and well-controlled.
  • Optional removal/disposal of existing bulkhead can change pricing and sequencing—structure your price clearly by CLIN/option when provided.
• Overseas State actions:
  • Solicitation availability may be on embassy websites (e.g., Tashkent) rather than typical federal portals—set monitoring reminders.

Related opportunities

• KC-46 Commercial Common Repairable Support—Amendment 3
• PeakLogix LLC—VLM/Carousel/Aisle Saver Maintenance & System Support (Sole Source Intent)
• Building 107 Construction Project—Charlestown Navy Yard (Boston, MA)
• Construct New Bulkhead—Hugo Lake, Oklahoma
• Electrically Operated Breaker Service—U.S. Embassy Tashkent
• Cellular Phone Services for U.S. Mission, Pakistan
• 400 Series Air Filter—U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar

How to act on this

1. Pick your lane: KC-46 near-term proposal push vs. construction pursuits (Building 107 / Hugo Lake) vs. overseas services.
2. Download and reconcile the latest attachments/Q&A versions referenced in each notice before drafting.
3. For KC-46, build your compliance matrix around the amended SCRM Plan reference to PWS 17.0 (17.1–17.3).
4. For sole-source notices, decide whether you have a legitimate OEM-alternative story; if yes, submit a tight capabilities statement only.
5. If you need capture/proposal surge support, coordinate early with Federal Bid Partners LLC to avoid last-week bottlenecks.

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