C-135 Engine Intake and Exhaust Covers
ID: FA491124Q0018Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4600 55 CONS PKPOFFUTT AFB, NE, 68113, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT GROUND SERVICING EQUIPMENT (1730)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors to provide C-135 Engine Intake and Exhaust Covers for the 55th Maintenance Group at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. The procurement aims to modernize equipment by acquiring tailored engine inlet covers for various aircraft tail numbers, enhancing both operational functionality and unit pride during public events. The covers will feature specific designs and insignias for the COBRA BALL and COMBAT SENT aircraft, reflecting the unit's commitment to operational readiness. Interested small businesses must submit technical questions by February 7, 2025, and final quotations by February 19, 2025, with all submissions directed to Craig M. Johnson at craig.johnson.37@us.af.mil.

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    The 55 MXG requires tailored engine inlet covers for its -135 Variant fleet, specifically addressing the needs for different aircraft tail numbers. The project aims to modernize -21 equipment by acquiring new inlet covers that not only fulfill operational requirements but also boost unit pride during prominent events like airshows and tours. For the COBRA BALL aircraft (tail numbers 61-2662, 61-2663, and 62-4128), the inlet covers will be blue, designed in a tambourine style, crafted with 2-way collapsible padded metal tubing. Each cover features the COBRA BALL insignia and is equipped with a perforated center square for airflow, alongside tailored storage bags. The COMBAT SENT aircraft (tail number 64-4849) will have black inlet covers with similar design specifications, including the COMBAT SENT insignia and specific text highlighting the unit's motto. This request underlines the importance of functional equipment modernization while enhancing visual representation at key events, reflecting the unit's commitment to operational readiness and pride.
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of engine inlet covers for the 55th Maintenance Group at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, under solicitation number FA460025Q0018. This acquisition is fully set aside for small businesses, categorized under NAICS Code 336413. Interested vendors are required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The proposal must include a complete price quotation, a technical capability statement addressing the specifications outlined in the Statement of Need, and completed clauses. All inquiries must be submitted by February 7, 2025, with responses provided by February 12, 2025, and final quotes due by February 19, 2025. The evaluation will consider both price and technical capability, with emphasis on meeting the specified requirements. Additionally, contractual clauses related to compensation, compliance with federal regulations, and product safety are included. This solicitation reflects the government's intention to engage small businesses in fulfilling its procurement needs while ensuring compliance with acquisition regulations.
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