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Department of Defense

Request for Information (RFI) MQ-9 Test and Check Out (TACO) Telemetry Receiver System

Solicitation: FA8689
Notice ID: bd735872026740968b7b80a805054632
TypeSources SoughtNAICS 334519PSC6625Set-AsideSBADepartmentDepartment of DefenseAgencyDept Of The Air ForceStateCAPostedApr 01, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDueApr 10, 2026, 09:00 PM UTCExpired

Sources Sought from DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE • DEPT OF DEFENSE. Place of performance: CA. Response deadline: Apr 10, 2026. Industry: NAICS 334519 • PSC 6625.

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Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 334519 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 33.

12-month awarded value
$112,720,025
Sector total $52,417,494,564 • Share 0.2%
Live
Median
$56,932
P10–P90
$26,601$151,436
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
0.2%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+58%($25,491,868)
Deal sizing
$56,932 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Place of performance
Palmdale, California • United States
State: CA
Contracting office
Wright Patterson Afb, OH • 45433-7101 USA

Applicable Wage Determinations

SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
CA20260007 (Rev 3)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Alpine, Amador, Butte +21
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, Protective Coverings, Coatings, and Finishes to all types of mechanical systems) Area 1
Base $84.76Fringe $25.07
Rate
Area 2
Base $64.56Fringe $25.07
+247 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 247 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
CA20260007 (Rev 3)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Alpine, Amador, Butte +21
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, Protective Coverings, Coatings, and Finishes to all types of mechanical systems) Area 1
Base $84.76Fringe $25.07
Rate
Area 2
Base $64.56Fringe $25.07
Rate
handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not) AREA 1
Base $35.31Fringe $12.75
+246 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
CA20260026 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • San Bernardino
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings, and finishes to all types of mechanical systems)
Base $56.32Fringe $26.52
Rate
Fire Stop Technician (Application of Firestopping Materials for wall openings and penetrations in walls, floors, ceilings and curtain walls)
Base $39.94Fringe $20.65
Rate
terial handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not)
Base $23.52Fringe $13.37
+129 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
CA20260024 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Orange
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings, and finishes to all types of mechanical systems)
Base $56.32Fringe $26.52
Rate
Fire Stop Technician (Application of Firestopping Materials for wall openings and penetrations in walls, floors, ceilings and curtain walls)
Base $39.94Fringe $20.65
Rate
terial handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not)
Base $23.52Fringe $13.37
+127 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
CA20260015 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Ventura
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings, and finishes to all types of mechanical systems)
Base $56.32Fringe $26.52
Rate
Fire Stop Technician (Application of Firestopping Materials for wall openings and penetrations in walls, floors, ceilings and curtain walls)
Base $39.94Fringe $20.65
Rate
terial handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not)
Base $23.52Fringe $13.37
+127 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Name
Shelby Olsen
Email
Shelby.Olsen@us.af.mil
Phone
Not available
Name
Gregory Besser
Email
gregory.besser.1@us.af.mil
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Agency
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Subagency
AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND
Office
AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER • INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE • FA8689 AFLCMC WIIK UAS
Contracting Office Address
Wright Patterson Afb, OH
45433-7101 USA

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Description

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for information and planning purposes. In accordance with Part 10 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, the U.S. Government is conducting market research. The intended purpose is to identify potential sources that may possess the capability to provide for the Air Force's full requirement. It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. Further, the Air Force is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Responders are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 15.101(c), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. 


The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Medium Altitude Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MAUAS) Division, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH, intends to award a single award, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. The potential purchase will consist of the procurement of the Test and Check Out (TACO) Telemetry Receiver System, as identified in the paragraph below: 


The TACO cart will be a transportable platform-either a cart or wagon-equipped with wheels to allow for smooth, stable movement to and from the flight line, whether pulled or carried. It will be rugged and weatherproof designed with several entry points for convenient access. Inside, a shock-mounted rack system will provide secure mounting for internal components. The system will have a cooling capability to prevent overheating while in use outdoors in hot summer climates in locations such as deserts throughout the southwestern United States. The TACO cart should be no larger than approximately 92.5" wide x 90" high and approximately 176" long including a 48" minimum hitch. Written responses to this RFI shall contain sufficient documentation to establish a bona fide capability to fulfill this requirement. The intent of this notice is not a request for competitive proposals. Responses to this RFI are due no later than 5:00 pm, EST. 10 April 2026 and should be sent to shelby.olsen@us.af.mil . Information received as a result of this notice will be considered solely for the purpose of determining the appropriate acquisition decision for the procurement. This notice does not constitute a solicitation for offers. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP), and respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. The United States Government (USG) shall not pay for information received.

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