Seeking KC-46 Sustainment Engineering Support
ID: A11055Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8609 AFLCMC WLCK KC46WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7108, USA

NAICS

Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d19f6438af384265afff88cc52a320bb/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is seeking information from qualified contractors to provide sustainment engineering support for the KC-46 aircraft. The objective of this procurement is to identify potential sources capable of delivering a comprehensive range of sustainment engineering services, including technical assistance, on-site support, maintenance expertise, parts management, software sustainment, and data management for the KC-46 fleet. This initiative is crucial for ensuring the long-term operational readiness and mission effectiveness of the aircraft, which plays a vital role in air transportation and military operations. Interested parties must submit their capability packages by May 27, 2025, to the designated contacts, Steven Reyes and Justin Rector, via the specified email addresses, ensuring that all submissions adhere to the outlined requirements and formatting guidelines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Steven Reyes
    steven.reyes.21@us.af.mil
    Justin Rector
    Justin.rector.1@us.af.mil
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    KOSS 2.0 RFI Questions.xlsx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) related to sustainment engineering support for the KC-46 aircraft system. It seeks to assess potential contractors' experience and capabilities in various areas, including sustainment engineering tasks, on-site support, parts supply, maintenance programs, and software management. Key requirements include experience with maintenance requests, cooperation with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), aircraft structural integrity programs, and deploying field service representatives for both domestic and international operations. The RFP emphasizes the importance of managing data rights and identifying solutions for diminishing manufacturing sources. It also requests insights into the ability to handle software sustainment, including integration testing and modifications, while adhering to military standards. Overall, the document serves to evaluate qualifications of companies interested in supporting the KC-46 aircraft's ongoing maintenance and operational effectiveness.
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