400hz Frequency Converter Parts
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Air Force 509th Contracting Squadron at Whiteman AFB has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) FA462526Q1042 for 400Hz Frequency Converter Parts. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks multiple components to repair 400Hz Pillar Units in Bldgs 4097, 4098, and 4099. Quotes are due by April 10, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. CST.
Purpose & Scope
This official RFQ is for the purchase of specific 400Hz Frequency Converter Parts that meet the specifications outlined in the attached Salient Characteristics. The required components are essential for the repair of Piller 400Hz Frequency Converters, specifically for units with serial numbers 950 6009 565 (BLDG 4097), 950 6009 567 (BLDG 4098), and 950 6009 566 (BLDG 4099). The model for these units is AJS C8-1-R-60-400/200-5/40-G-B.
Key parts include Output Coil Assembly, Pre-Charge Board, Output Filter Capacitor Assembly, Voltage Monitoring Relay, DC Buss Capacitor, Inverter Rebuild, Driver Board, Measurement Control Board, Display Frequency Meter, and Display Current Meter. Delivery of these parts is required within 3 months after receipt of order to Whiteman AFB, MO 65305. The estimated repair/delivery timeline for these units is 3-4 months, including 2-3 months for materials and approximately 1 month for installation and testing.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Notice ID: FA462526Q1042
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), with a size standard of $34.0M.
- Published Date: March 5, 2026
- Questions Due: April 3, 2026, 10:00 A.M. CST
- Quotes Due: April 10, 2026, 10:00 A.M. CST
- Place of Performance: Whiteman Air Force Base, MO 65305
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Reid Richardson (reid.richardson@us.af.mil), and cc the Contracting Officer, James Bohnenstingel (james.bohnenstingel@us.af.mil). All questions must also be submitted to both contacts by the deadline, including the RFQ number and title in the subject line.
Quotes will be evaluated based on two equally weighted factors: Part I - Price (using Attachment 1 - Price sheet) and Part II – Technical Capabilities (based on Attachment 2 - Salient Characteristics). Both factors must receive an "ACCEPTABLE" rating for consideration. Technical sub-factors will be rated as ACCEPTABLE/UNACCEPTABLE.
Proposals and/or capability statements are limited to three pages maximum; submissions exceeding this limit will be deemed "Unacceptable." Prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the receipt date. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and achieve CMMC Level 1 status at the time of award. The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them.
Key Attachments
- Attachment 1 - Price sheet: Template for pricing various components.
- Attachment 2 - Salient Characteristics: Detailed specifications for the Piller 400Hz Frequency Converters and required parts.
- Attachment 3 - Provisions and Clauses: Incorporated FAR clauses and provisions relevant to the contract.
- Attachment 4 - Combo: The main combined synopsis and solicitation document.