Brake Temperature Monitoring System
ID: FA850926RB003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8509 AFLCMC WIUKAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS (5999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/cd3452abc07d4ec8b54bb5c60cac3ca9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for a Fixed Wing Brake Temperature Monitoring System (BTMS). The objective is to identify potential sources capable of providing engineering services to design, install, and integrate a low-cost, non-invasive BTMS for HC/AC/MC-J aircraft, which must include digital temperature readouts and overheat alerts while being compliant with Night Vision Imagery System standards. This system is critical for enhancing aircraft safety and operational efficiency, with installation and integration expected to be completed by March 2026. Interested contractors are encouraged to respond by December 22, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Philip Earthly at philip.earthly.1@us.af.mil. Please note that this RFI is for information and planning purposes only, and the government will not reimburse any expenses incurred in response to this request.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Philip Earthly
    philip.earthly.1@us.af.mil
    Samantha Kirk
    samantha.kirk.1@us.af.mil
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    RFI Brake Temperature Monitoring System.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for a Fixed Wing Brake Temperature Monitoring System (BTMS). This RFI seeks potential sources for engineering services to design, install, and integrate a low-cost, non-invasive BTMS for HC/AC/MC-J aircraft, providing digital temperature readouts and overheat alerts. The system must be Night Vision Imagery System compliant. Contractors need access to the current SOF BTMS configuration data package and must be ready for installation and integration by March 2026. The RFI emphasizes that it is for information and planning purposes only, not a Request for Proposal, and the government will not reimburse expenses. Responses, including a contractor capability survey, are due by December 22, 2025. Small businesses and joint ventures are encouraged to participate. The anticipated contract period is one base year and five option years. Contact Philip Earthly for questions.
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