Vulcan and KC-97 Aircraft Paint
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of the Air Force’s 2D Contracting Squadron at Barksdale Air Force Base is seeking commercial services under Solicitation FA460826QS019 for maintenance and restoration work, including a static display aircraft restoration requirement and related equipment repair. The work includes removing and reinstalling wiring harnesses on a backhoe and restoring the Avro Vulcan and KC-97 static display aircraft with surface preparation, priming, painting, bird-proofing removal and reinstallation, and minor repairs to stabilize the airframes. The effort is to be performed at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, and the award will be made on a best-value basis considering price and technical factors; the statement of work also calls for environmental compliance, background clearance for base access, and contractor experience with historical aircraft restoration. Quotes are due by 1:30 PM CDT on Friday, May 15, 2026, and must include company information, SAM UEI, wage determination acknowledgment, a two-page technical plan, and agreement to the solicitation terms.