Repair of KC-135 Attitude Indicator
ID: FA8117Type: Justification
4 AwardsSep 12, 2025
$1M$1,010,338
AwardeeSIMMONDS PRECISION PRODUCTS INC Vergennes VT 05491 USA
Award #:FA8117-25-D-0025
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8117 AFSC PZABATINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b77557561ab74a5989dc75e2c3e2b98a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a sole-source contract for the repair of KC-135 Attitude Indicators from L3 Aviation Products, Inc., the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). This procurement is critical as L3 Aviation Products is the only known source with the necessary capabilities and expertise to perform the repairs, which are essential for maintaining the operational readiness of the KC-135 fleet. The estimated contract value is $9,575,234, with a one-year basic agreement and four one-year options, and the contracting officer will ensure fair pricing through thorough cost analysis. Interested parties can reach out to Kristen Carter at kristen.carter@us.af.mil or call 405-739-9444 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kristen Carter
    (405) 739-9444
    kristen.carter@us.af.mil
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    3333906_CACR - REDACTED.pdf
    This document is a Justification & Approval (J&A) document for a new, non-bridge acquisition for the KC-135 Attitude Indicator program, with an estimated contract cost of $9,575,234.00 and a funding level between $750,000.00 and $15,000,000.00. The contracting activity is AFSC/PZA, and the authority for this acquisition is 10 U.S.C. 2304 (c)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 (a)(2)(iii). The document includes coordination by a Logistics Manager, Contracting Officer, and Local Legal Advisor, and is approved by Ronald Hobbs, Competition Advocate. An Engineering Certification confirms the accuracy and completeness of the technical/engineering aspects related to the repair of the Attitude Indicator used on the KC-135 Aircraft (NSN: 6610-01-452-2715).
    JA FD2030-22-00055 - REDACTED.pdf
    The United States Air Force is seeking a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract with L3 Aviation Products, Inc. for the repair of KC-135 Attitude Indicators. This justification for other than full and open competition is based on L3 Aviation Products, Inc. being the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the only known source with the necessary capabilities, data, and expertise. Previous attempts to acquire technical data from the OEM for competitive repair have been unsuccessful, and developing another qualified source would cause unacceptable delays and potentially ground the KC-135 fleet. The contract is anticipated to be a one-year basic agreement with four one-year options, with an estimated total value of $9,575,234.00. Market research, including a Sources Sought Synopsis, yielded no other potential repair sources. The contracting officer will ensure the price is fair and reasonable through cost and price analysis, with support from DCMA and DCAA if needed. There are currently no foreseeable actions to remove barriers to competition for future acquisitions.
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