Engine Wash
ID: FA8124SSS0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8124 ALFCMC LPKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a2ee3a5c155a4a71bcc532e64f553223/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify potential contractors capable of providing engine wash services for various military aircraft engines, including the KC-135, C-5M, and B-52. The procurement aims to ensure efficient maintenance operations by facilitating the washing of approximately 700 engines annually across 34 Air Force Base locations, with the possibility of simultaneous operations at multiple sites, including weekends. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the U.S. Air Force's aircraft fleet. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and business information to AFLCMC.LPZL.Workflow@us.af.mil, with a response limit of 15 pages, as this is not a solicitation for a contract but rather a request for information to gauge market interest and capabilities.

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    AFLCMC/LPZX Workflow
    AFLCMC.LPZL.Workflow@us.af.mil
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    Engine Wash SSS- List of regions.pdf
    The Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) for Engine Wash outlines a federal request for information regarding engine wash services across multiple military bases in various regions of the United States. The document lists specific locations divided into five regions: West, Midwest, Southeast, Central, and Northeast, detailing the types of aircraft (e.g., KC-135, B-52H, C-5M) associated with each base. The purpose of this SSS is to gather interest and capabilities from potential service providers to meet the needs of washing aircraft engines, enhancing maintenance operations. This initiative seeks to ensure efficient servicing of aircraft to maintain operational readiness within the U.S. Air Force. The comprehensive list of bases indicates a broad scope for potential contractors, emphasizing the importance of proper engine wash services for national defense and airforce logistics.
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