80AFRC25PA004 JOFOC FY26-04
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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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for a sole-source modification to contract 80AFRC25P0004. This action is for Rolls Royce MK511-8 SPEY Engine Servicing & Exchange to support the operational needs of the NASA 808 aircraft. This is not a solicitation for proposals.
Scope of Work
The required services include:
- Overhaul, inspection, shipment, and installation of aircraft engines.
- A 1C service and corrosion inspection (Rolls-Royce Service Bulletin 72-666, Appendix 1C) for engine serial number 11176.
- Midlife inspection and necessary repairs for engine serial number 8801.
- Removal and installation of serviced engines onto the NASA 808 aircraft.
- Operational checks to verify engine performance.
- Shipment logistics between NASA centers and the contractor facility.
Contract Details
- Type: Modification to an existing Firm-Fixed-Price contract (80AFRC25P0004).
- Product Service Code: J016 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories.
- Place of Performance: Dallas, TX 75261, United States.
- Published Date: March 19, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This action is justified for other than full and open competition under 41 U.S.C. 1901. The justification is based on the unique qualifications of Rolls-Royce as the only company certified to provide these services for the legacy MK511-8 engines. Market research indicated only one U.S. vendor possesses the necessary certified capability and access to qualified parts.
Evaluation
As this is a sole-source justification, it is not a solicitation for proposals. The contracting officer will determine the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable through proposal analysis.
Additional Notes
Urgency is driven by the limited availability of support for these legacy engines and an upcoming engine change for the NASA 808 aircraft in April 2026. Rolls-Royce no longer provides direct maintenance and offers only limited technical support. The sole qualified provider has announced its intention to discontinue MK511-8 support next year, prompting the agency to continue examining the market for future acquisitions.