B-52J CERP Production Modification Kits & ICS
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 Air Force is conducting a Presolicitation for the B-52J Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP) Production Modification Kits & Interim Contractor Support (ICS). This notice announces an Industry Days event and provides a draft solicitation for industry feedback. The program aims to award a supply contract for B-52 aircraft modernization kits.
Opportunity Details
This is a Presolicitation for the B-52J CERP. The acquisition team is hosting an Industry Days event on May 12-13, 2026 (0800 – 1700 CST) at Rose State College, Midwest City, OK. The event will provide an overview of technical requirements, solicitation details, and the anticipated acquisition schedule. It's an opportunity for industry to ask questions and provide feedback on the draft Statement of Work (SOW).
A draft solicitation (RFO 15.101(b)) has been posted for review. No proposals are being accepted at this time.
Scope of Work
The anticipated contract will involve building Production Modification Kits (Kit Group A, B, and E) for the B-52 aircraft modernization effort, along with Interim Contractor Support (ICS). This includes associated support, spares, support equipment, and data. Work may also involve updates to Technical Data Packages (TDP) and Bills of Materials (BOM). First Article Testing is required for Lot 1 Kit Groups. Specific tasks include Program/Manufacturing Management, Integrated Logistics Support, Field Service Representative (FSR) Support, Travel, Spare Parts, Peculiar Support Equipment, Production Tooling, Common Support Equipment, and Data.
Contract Details
- Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) Contract
- Duration: Total contemplated performance period of 10 years (Base Period: Years 1-4, plus six Option Periods: Years 5-10).
- NAICS: 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a Size Standard of 1500 Employees.
- Quality Assurance: Requires compliance with AS9100 or ISO 9001:2015 standards.
- Pricing: A draft pricing matrix (Att11-Appendix_D) is provided, detailing how to submit proposed pricing for various Contract Line Items (CLINs) and how the Total Evaluated Price (TEP) will be calculated.
Key Dates & Actions
- Industry Day Registration Deadline: Monday, May 4, 2026. Registration is required via the provided link:
https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/WSPCBhLhPg. Attendance is limited to four representatives per company. - Industry Day Event: Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13, 2026. One-on-one sessions with vendors are available upon request during registration.
- Draft Solicitation Questions Deadline: NLT COB April 30, 2026. Submit questions via email to Ashley Brink (
ashley.brink@us.af.mil), CC Kacie Cram (kacie.cram@us.af.mil). - Controlled Document Access: To access technical data, offerors must submit an approved DD Form 2345 and ensure their company is registered on the Joint Certification Program (JCP) website (
https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/). The DATA CUSTODIAN listed on DD Form 2345 Block 3 should then request access on SAM.gov.
Evaluation
Evaluation factors are detailed in Section M (Att13-Appendix_F) of the draft solicitation. Pricing information is in Section B and Appendix D (Att11).
Additional Notes
The draft solicitation mentions a HUBZone preference in Section L (52.219-4). Funds are not presently available for this effort; award is contingent upon fund availability. The Government reserves the right to cancel Industry Days up to 5 days prior. The anticipated response date for the future solicitation is June 30, 2026.