FA8553-SourcesSought-Flight2-Avionics-System-Upgrade
ID: FA8553-SourcesSought-Flight2-Avionics-System-UpgradeType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8553 AFLCMC WLNKBROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

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Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

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https://sam.gov/opp/986a314404ba4808a70c9ec13745bdc9/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force's C-130H Program Management Office, is seeking information from Lockheed Martin Maintenance Repair Overhaul (MRO) service centers regarding the integration of the Collins Flight 2 avionics system and NP2000 propeller upgrade for C-130H aircraft. The request includes a No-Cost Pricing and Availability (P&A) for the integration, test plans, technical data changes, drawing packages, and non-recurring engineering (NRE) necessary for the installation of these systems, with an anticipated need for modifications on a fleet of 3-6 C-130H aircraft. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities of the C-130H fleet, ensuring they remain effective and reliable for various missions. Interested parties are required to submit their responses by 1700 on October 28, 2024, with a return date for the P&A set for 20 days from the date of the request for information. For further inquiries, contact Ellen Ward at ellen.ward@us.af.mil or Stanley Parker at stanley.parker.2@us.af.mil.

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    Ellen Ward
    ellen.ward@us.af.mil
    Stanley Parker
    stanley.parker.2@us.af.mil
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