REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) FOR ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTURING DEVELOPMENT, CONTINUED PRODUCTION, MAINTENANCE, SUSTAINMENT AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT FOR KC-46 AIRCREW TRAINING SYSTEMS
ID: FA8621-24-R-0043Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8621 AFLCMC WNSK SIMSWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7249, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: SIMULATION (R412)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/608d13f3a7df46d6a72b79b8f59c95f3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Lifecycle Management Center, is seeking information from contractors capable of providing Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD), continued production, operations, maintenance, and sustainment support for the KC-46 Aircrew Training Systems (ATS) from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2036. The initiative aims to enhance the training system for the KC-46 aircraft, which includes the development of high-fidelity training devices such as Weapon System Trainers, Boom Operator Trainers, and Fuselage Trainers, ensuring effective pilot and crew training through integrated modalities. Interested parties are encouraged to respond to the Request for Information (RFI) to help determine the potential for future contracts, which may be open to unrestricted competition or reserved for small businesses. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Dasia Johnson at dasia.johnson@us.af.mil or Jordan Dean at jordan.dean.8@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dasia Johnson
    (313) 716-0500
    dasia.johnson@us.af.mil
    Jordan Dean
    jordan.dean.8@us.af.mil
    Files
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    KC-46 ATS Capability Assessment-RFI V2.pdf
    The KC-46 Aircrew Training System (ATS) Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Air Force Lifecycle Management Center aims to assess capabilities for upgrading and supporting the training system for the KC-46 aircraft. This initiative is structured according to the Federal Acquisition Regulation and solicits responses from businesses to gauge their ability to meet various training and support requirements. The RFI outlines the need for program management, system engineering, instructional services, and the development of training devices, including high-fidelity Weapon System Trainers (WST), Boom Operator Trainers (BOT), and Fuselage Trainers (FuT). The document details the mission of the KC-46 ATS program, focused on integrating various training modalities to optimize pilot and crew training. The response to the RFI will influence whether future contracts will be open to unrestricted competition or reserved for small businesses. General and capability-specific information is sought from responding entities, emphasizing experience in managing training programs, instructor recruitment, and utilizing advanced technologies. Aiming for high availability standards and rapid adaptation to aircraft modifications, this RFI underscores the government’s need for efficient and effective training solutions in support of the KC-46 military operations.
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