Executive Aircraft Small Aircraft Acquisition and Service
ID: FA8134-EA-RFI-01Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8134 AFLCMC WLKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

AIRCRAFT, FIXED WING (1510)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f98887568df946c19ba6cda8a94b2137/view
Timeline
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    Posted Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due May 5, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the acquisition and service of modified small commercial derivative aircraft. The objective is to procure a fleet of these aircraft to augment or replace the current United States Air Force C-37A/B aircraft, with a focus on contractors who possess the necessary production and modification data, expertise, and experience. This procurement is crucial for supporting VIP transport operations within the Air Force. Interested parties must submit an approved DD Form 2345, Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement, to the designated contacts, Chase Washburn and Tracie Holman, at the provided email addresses or phone number for further engagement.

Point(s) of Contact
Chase Washburn
(405) 734-7336
chase.washburn.1@us.af.mil
Tracie Holman
tracie.holman@us.af.mil
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Executive Aircraft Small Aircraft Acquisition and Service
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