Aviation Structural Mechanic A-School Fixed-Wing Flight Surface Control Trainer (ASMF)
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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, Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) in Orlando, FL, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for the fabrication of 153 Government-designed parts and assemblies for the Aviation Structural Mechanic A-School Fixed-Wing Flight Surface Control Trainer (ASMF). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due by March 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
NAWCTSD requires the fabrication of 153 mechanical parts and assemblies as defined by the ASMF Technical Data Package (TDP) design files (3D CAD models and drawings). The "Build List_ASM-F.xlsx" details specific components, materials (e.g., Aluminum 6061, 5052), manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC Machining, Sheet Metal, Weldment, Tube Bending), dimensions, finishing, tolerances, and certifications for each part. The contractor must provide DoD unique identification as per DFARS 252.211-7003.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order for Commercial Items.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 332710 (Machine Shops), with a size standard of 500 employees.
- Delivery Location: Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division, Orlando, FL 32826.
- Delivery Timeline: Within 6 weeks after contract award.
- Cybersecurity: Offerors must meet CMMC Level 2 (Self) Assessment on record in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) and maintain this level.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: Quotes are due no later than March 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to a responsible Small Business Set-Aside offeror based on a trade-off between Past Performance and Price, considering Technically Acceptable proposals.
- Technical Acceptability: Requires meeting all item specifications defined by the TDP, CMMC Level 2 requirements, and the specified delivery date.
- Past Performance: Considered more important than Price. Offerors must submit information for two similar procurements with NAWCTSD in the last 3 years, including effort description, value, government POC, and dates.
- Proposal Content: Must be clear, detailed, and logical, explaining how requirements will be met.
Key Dates & Contact
- Published Date: March 3, 2026.
- Response Date: March 19, 2026, 3:00 PM EST.
- Primary Contact: Julide Alonso, Contract Specialist, at julide.n.alonso.civ@us.navy.mil or 407-380-4261.
Additional Notes
The ASMF TDP is Distribution Statement D and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Category Controlled Technical Information (CTI). To request TDP files, contact Julide Alonso via secure transmittal (e.g., DoD SAFE). Offerors must be registered and active in SAM with the correct NAICS code at the time of quotation receipt; SAM registration updates may take several days.