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 notice to identify potential contractors capable of providing engine wash services for various military aircraft, including the KC-135, B-52H, and C-5M, across approximately 34 Air Force Base locations in the United States. The procurement aims to gather information on companies that can meet specific engine wash requirements, including the ability to handle approximately 700 engine washes per year, with operations potentially occurring simultaneously at multiple locations and including weekend schedules. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the U.S. Air Force's aircraft fleet, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations during the wash process. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and business information to AFLCMC/LPZX Workflow via email by the specified deadline, with no reimbursement for participation costs.

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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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