Potential Explosive Site (PES) Inspections A057736
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AI-generated · Dec 30, 2025PES inspections are needed to verify compliance with Ministry of Defence Explosive Regulations and ensure PES facilities are fit for purpose, supporting mission-critical licenses and adherence to mandatory publications such as DSA 03 - OME Part 2 and ESTC Standard 6. The effort will produce a factual assessment of each building’s condition, identify defects and maintenance needs, and determine whether the facility is safe and suitable for its licensed explosives use. The inspection scope encompasses munition storage areas, hardened aircraft shelters, armories, general storage areas, and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) range.
The PWS in the RFI is a draft and may change before a formal solicitation. Responses must be submitted electronically as attachments to the designated POC with the subject line “Response to PES RFI” by the specified deadline.
The 48th Civil Engineer Squadron at RAF Lakenheath and RAF Feltwell require Potential Explosive Sites (PES) Inspections to ensure compliance with Ministry of Defence (MoD) Explosive Regulations and that PES facilities are fit for purpose. These inspections are necessary to maintain mission-critical facility licenses and adhere to mandatory publications/regulations, including Defence Safety Authority (DSA) 03 - Ordnance Munitions Explosives (OME) Part 2 and Explosives Storage and Transport Committee (ESTC) Standard 6. The aim is to provide a statement of fact about the condition of the building, identify and record any defects or emerging maintenance requirements, and assess the real condition of the structure to determine if it is safe to use and fit for its intended purpose as a licensed explosives facility. These services include support for munition storage, hardened aircraft shelters, armories, storage areas, and the Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) range. NOTE: The Performance Work Statement (PWS) provided in this RFI is a draft PWS only and is subject to change prior to the release of a formal solicitation. Response Guidelines: All responses to this RFI must be provided as an attachment in an e-mail message addressed to the Point of Contact (POC), below with the subject line Response to PES RFI no later than 1400 GMT on 16 January 2026. Only electronic responses will be accepted. Responses submitted by any other means will not be considered. Points of Contact: Sean Gillesby, Contract Specialist Phone +44 1638 521823 Email: sean.gillesby@us.af.mil Maisa Torquato, Contract Specialist Phone +44 1638 522059 E-mail: maisa.torquato@us.af.mil Madison Maynard, Contracting Officer Phone +44 1638 524038 Email: madison.maynard@us.af.mil
From Sources Sought posted on Dec 29, 2025The 48th Civil Engineer Squadron at RAF Lakenheath and RAF Feltwell require Potential Explosive Sites (PES) Inspections to ensure compliance with Ministry of Defence (MoD) Explosive Regulations and that PES facilities are fit for purpose. These inspections are necessary to maintain mission-critical facility licenses and adhere to mandatory publications/regulations, including Defence Safety Authority (DSA) 03 - Ordnance Munitions Explosives (OME) Part 2 and Explosives Storage and Transport Committee (ESTC) Standard 6. The aim is to provide a statement of fact about the condition of the building, identify and record any defects or emerging maintenance requirements, and assess the real condition of the structure to determine if it is safe to use and fit for its intended purpose as a licensed explosives facility. These services include support for munition storage, hardened aircraft shelters, armories, storage areas, and the Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) range. NOTE: The Performance Work Statement (PWS) provided in this RFI is a draft PWS only and is subject to change prior to the release of a formal solicitation. Response Guidelines: All responses to this RFI must be provided as an attachment in an e-mail message addressed to the Point of Contact (POC), below with the subject line Response to PES RFI no later than 1400 GMT on 21 January 2026. Only electronic responses will be accepted. Responses submitted by any other means will not be considered. Points of Contact: Sean Gillesby, Contract Specialist Phone +44 1638 521823 Email: sean.gillesby@us.af.mil Maisa Torquato, Contract Specialist Phone +44 1638 522059 E-mail: maisa.torquato@us.af.mil Madison Maynard, Contracting Officer Phone +44 1638 524038 Email: madison.maynard@us.af.mil
From Sources Sought posted on Jan 14, 2026Notice history
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- Response Deadline: Jan 16, 2026 → Jan 21, 2026
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