Auxiliary Fuel Tank
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Department of the Navy, NAVAIR PMA-276 H-1 Light/Attack Helicopter, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for an in-cabin Auxiliary Fuel Tank for the UH-1Y aircraft. This capability is needed to increase fuel capacity, extending aircraft range and loitering time during deployment. The Government intends to procure this material competitively if multiple capable sources are identified. Responses are due by March 23, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The desired auxiliary fuel tank system must provide approximately 100 gallons of fuel and fit within the UH-1Y cabin (max 30"L x 28"W x 41"H). Key requirements include:
- Minimal impact to aircraft center of gravity, structure, and existing capabilities (e.g., weapon stations, sensors).
- Field-removable and replaceable by two Marines using common tools.
- Lightweight, with Bill of Material (BOM) and Technical Data Package (TDP) available.
- O-Level repairable/maintainable, using common hardware.
- Capable of gravity and pressure fueling (IAW ISO 45/MS24484 per SAE AS5877).
- Ability to drain from lowest point for fuel samples and connect to current UH-1Y auxiliary fuel ports.
- Operates on 28 VDC hoist power.
- Must meet military standards for tie-down (MIL-STD-81259), crashworthiness and ballistic tolerance (MIL-DTL-27422F), and electrical power (MIL-STD-704D).
- Desired to be self-sealing (MIL-DTL-24422) and store various fuel types (JP-4, JP-5, JP-8, F-24, TS-1, F-27, NATO codes).
- Visual fuel level indication and no impact to crew served weapons operation.
Information Requested
Interested parties should submit a capabilities statement outlining their ability to meet the specified requirements. Submissions should include:
- High-level system description, production status, and history.
- Details on Government/commercial use, including contract numbers and POCs.
- Availability of TDP and BOM.
- Comprehensive specifications: dimensions, weight (with/without fuel), capacity, corrosion elimination, mounting, certifications, installation/removal details, manuals, materials, operating environment (altitude, temperature), and fuel pump specifics.
- Cost range for one production unit.
- Company designation (e.g., small business, large business, 8A) and NAICS/PSC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, by 4:00 PM EDT
- Published: February 21, 2026
Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted electronically via email to the primary contact, Etienne Attobra (etienne.k.attobra.mil@us.navy.mil), or secondary contact, Jeanette Moronta (jeanette.p.moronta.civ@us.navy.mil). Submissions should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format. No classified information or phone calls will be accepted; all questions must be emailed to the listed contacts. Responses must include the Notice name/number, Company Name, Address, Business Size, and Points of Contact. Proprietary data will be protected. This is for planning purposes only and does not obligate the Government.