U-2 AN/ALQ-221 Electronic Warfare System (EWS) Contractor Logistics Support (CLS)
ID: FA852820D0009-2026Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8528 AFLCMC WIKAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d8dd1a99821b417cbdd954cd1d883371/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking information from contractors capable of providing Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) for the U-2 AN/ALQ-221 Electronic Warfare System (EWS). The primary objective is to identify sources that can deliver depot-level repair, sustainment, and material management for EWS-specific hardware and software components, ensuring full asset visibility and the provision of serviceable spares. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the U-2 aircraft, as the government does not own the data for these items, making reverse engineering impractical. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit their capabilities, including facility details and past experience, by January 22, 2026. For further inquiries, contact Zebulon Locke at zebulon.locke@us.af.mil or Hannah Tuck at hannah.tuck.1@us.af.mil.

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    Zebulon Locke
    zebulon.locke@us.af.mil
    Hannah Tuck
    hannah.tuck.1@us.af.mil
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    REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Electronic Warfare System (EWS) Contractor Logistics Support (CLS).docx
    The Request for Information (RFI) FA8528-20-D-0009-2026 seeks Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) for the U-2 AN/ALQ-221 Electronic Warfare System (EWS). The government is conducting market research to identify sources capable of providing depot-level repair, sustainment, and material management for EWS unique hardware and software components. The CLS will include full asset visibility, provision of serviceable spares, and EWS-unique consumables. The RFI emphasizes that the government does not own the data for these items, making reverse engineering uneconomical. BAE Systems is identified as the OEM and sole source. This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for proposals. Interested contractors are encouraged to respond with their capabilities by January 22, 2026, including detailed information on facility capabilities, past experience, repair processes, engineering services, and business information.
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