Track Ball Controllers

The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 30th Contracting Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, has issued solicitation FA461026Q0020 for the procurement of track ball controllers. The United States Space Force requires these controllers to serve as a remote control solution for existing K-Mount optical tracking systems. This equipment will enable the mounts to be remote-capable, allowing operation from within facilities where personnel cannot be present. While a commercial-off-the-shelf solution is acceptable, the project requires minor modifications to ensure the controllers interface properly with the L3 Brashear digital control system.

Prospective contractors must demonstrate the technical capacity to modify software libraries to ensure full compatibility with the tracking systems. Submissions must include scale drawings or pictures and provide documentation of proven performance. This acquisition is designated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside (SBA) under NAICS code 334118, Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing, and PSC 7490, Miscellaneous Office Machines. The performance of this contract will take place in Lompoc, California.

The response deadline for this solicitation is May 4, 2026. The procurement includes five attachments: the primary solicitation document, a set of salient characteristics, and a question-and-answer document, with updated versions posted through April 30, 2026. Vince Mills serves as the point of contact for this requirement. Offerors are required to hold their quotes firm for 30 calendar days from the submission deadline, ensuring all responses are self-sufficient and address the requirements defined in the salient characteristics attachment.