PRE-Solicitation/ C-5 Nose Landing Gear Door Gearboxes
ID: FA853824R0021Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8538 AFSC PZAABROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ce6cd8d56b6c4895885a05eb96f00d45/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the overhaul and repair of C-5 Nose Landing Gear Door Gearboxes under solicitation FA8538-24-R-0021. This procurement aims to establish a Firm Fixed Price Requirements Type Overhaul Contract, which includes a basic ordering period of one year and three additional option periods, totaling a potential duration of eight years. The contract is critical for maintaining the operational reliability of the C-5 Galaxy aircraft, ensuring compliance with stringent quality assurance standards such as ISO 9001-2015. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by January 10, 2025, and can contact Caiveon Thomas at caiveon.thomas@us.af.mil or J. McKenzie Grinstead at jessica.grinstead@us.af.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Caiveon Thomas
    caiveon.thomas@us.af.mil
    Karen Beckford
    (563) 370-2493
    karen.beckford@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Amendment 0003.pdf
    The document is an amendment to the solicitation FA853824R0021 for a repair and overhaul contract concerning C-5 Galaxy aircraft components, specifically the Nose Landing Gearbox. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the due date for proposal submissions from December 6, 2024, to December 20, 2024, without altering other terms and conditions. It outlines the structure of the requirements-type contract, including a basic contract period followed by multiple ordering and option periods extending to a total of eight years. Contractors are required to fulfill standards such as ISO 9001-2015, and the contract includes detailed specifications for several items, including quantities and delivery requirements, emphasizing compliance with military and quality assurance standards. Notably, funding is not currently available, and the government retains the right to cancel the solicitation if necessary. The solicitation represents a full and open competition awarded on a lowest-price basis, reinforcing the emphasis on cost-effectiveness while ensuring rigorous quality requirements are met. This amendment reflects regular administrative adjustments typical in government procurement processes to facilitate response timelines and contractor engagement.
    SOLICITATION FA8538-24-R-0021 0004.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation for the overhaul and repair of the C-5 Galaxy aircraft's Nose Landing Gearbox. It officially extends the proposal due date from December 20, 2024, at 5:00 PM to January 10, 2025, at the same hour. The contract is structured as a requirements type with a basic year and four 12-month ordering periods, plus three additional 1-year option periods, totaling eight years. It details the provision of various gearbox assembly parts, outlining their National Stock Numbers (NSNs), estimated quantities, unit prices, and required delivery timelines (45 days after receipt of carcasses). Additionally, the document notes that funds for this contract are not currently available and reserves the government's right to cancel the solicitation without obligation for reimbursement of costs. The procurement is described as a full and open competition awarded on the lowest price basis. Compliance with quality assurance standards, including ISO certifications, and FDA-related requirements emphasizes the contract's significance in maintaining aircraft reliability and performance.
    Solicitation FA853824R0021_______0002.pdf
    This document pertains to Amendment FA8538-24-R-0021-0002, which modifies a solicitation for the overhaul and repair of C-5 Nose Landing Gearboxes. Key updates include the extension of the proposal submission deadline from September 21, 2024, to December 6, 2024. It also revises specific contract line item numbers (CLINs) to include related features such as Beyond Economical Repair (BER) and No Fault Found (NFF). Additionally, it notes that Technical Data Packages for gearbox assembly overhaul will be provided to contractors via DODSAFE.GOV. The contract features a basic year with four ordering periods and three option periods for a total duration of eight years. Delivery timelines are specified, requiring various gearbox assemblies to be delivered 45 days after receipt of carcasses, with provisions for early deliveries accepted. The solicitation ensures compliance with specific quality assurance standards, notably ISO 9001-2015. This amendment illustrates the U.S. government's systematic approach to procurement, ensuring contractors are held to outlined timelines and standards, reflecting adherence to detailed regulatory frameworks while promoting competition in the contracting process.
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