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SOURCES SOUGHT - Dover AFB Rubber Goods Tester

Solicitation: FA4497-26-RubberGoods
Notice ID: 62192cd4747944128d3eee4260dfe97d

Sources Sought from DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE • DEPT OF DEFENSE. Place of performance: DE. Response deadline: Jan 16, 2026. Industry: NAICS 811310 • PSC J039.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 811310 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 81.

12-month awarded value
$44,922,173
Sector total $250,545,472 • Share 17.9%
Live
Median
$11,842
P10–P90
$5,116$879,780
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
17.9%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+5514%($43,349,741)
Deal sizing
$11,842 median
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Place of performance
Dover AFB, Delaware • 19902 United States
State: DE
Contracting office
Dover Afb, DE • 19902-5016 USA

Point of Contact

Name
2d Lt Travis Ambrose
Email
travis.ambrose.1@us.af.mil
Phone
3026775033
Name
Victoria Barra
Email
victoria.barra@us.af.mil
Phone
3024455032

Agency & Office

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Agency
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Subagency
AIR MOBILITY COMMAND
Office
FA4497 436 CONS LGC
Contracting Office Address
Dover Afb, DE
19902-5016 USA

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Updated: Jan 06, 2026
Executive summary

This opportunity is a sources sought notice for rubber goods testing services at Dover AFB. It is issued by the Dept of the Air Force to gather information on potential sources and does not constitute a request for proposals. Interested parties should assess their capabilities and experience relevant to this requirement.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is seeking to identify qualified vendors who can provide rubber goods testing services. This involves evaluating the current market capabilities and interest before potentially issuing a formal solicitation.

Work breakdown
  • Assess existing capabilities in rubber goods testing
  • Compile a list of potential vendors
  • Evaluate the qualifications of interested parties
  • Prepare a response that highlights relevant experience and capabilities
Response package checklist
  • Company capabilities statement
  • Past performance references related to rubber goods testing
  • DUNS Number
  • Proof of relevant certifications
Suggested keywords
rubber goods testingDover AFBAir Force contractssourcing opportunity
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Detailed scope of work for rubber goods testing
  • Specific performance requirements or standards
  • Current contractors providing similar services
  • Expected testing volume or frequency
  • Criteria for evaluation of responses

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