Brake Carrier Assembly
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Air Force (FA4819 325 CONS PKP) at Tyndall AFB, FL, is soliciting quotes for 80 Brake Carrier Assemblies, P/N: 52E901-1 Rev G. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under NAICS 336413 (Aircraft Landing Equipment). The solicitation, FA481926Q0003, requires contractors to provide all parts, equipment, material, freight, and labor. Quotes are due by February 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 80 units of BRAKE CARRIER ASSEMBLY, P/N: 52E901-1 Rev G, with Yellow Zinc Chromate Plating. Contractors must either possess prior First Article Testing (FAT) approval from AFLCMC and have delivered production units within the last three years, or successfully complete FAT as outlined in the Statement of Work. Key technical requirements include adherence to strict specifications, tolerances, codes, and standards within USAF drawings (specifically Drawing #: 52-E-901, Rev: G), production of CAD drawings compliant with ASME Y14.1, and fabrication per ASME Y14.5. Welding and inspection processes must follow AWS D1.1, requiring certified welders and inspectors. The coating must meet ASTM B633, SC3 Type II for severe weather.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Solicitation (Simplified Acquisition Procedures per FAR Part 13)
- Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS 336413, Size Standard: 1250)
- Delivery: 80 Each, within 465 Calendar Days from Date of Award. FOB Destination.
- FAT Requirements: If no prior FAT approval, FAT must be obtained no later than 285 calendar days after contract award. PDF drawings are due within 60 days of award, and the first article submission is due no later than 180 days after government drawing review.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit quotes in two volumes: Volume 1 - Price and Volume 2 - Technical. Volume 1 requires proposed pricing for CLIN 0001, including unit price, extended price, and transportation. Volume 2 requires a Technical Approach detailing tools, equipment, personnel, facilities, and documented evidence of FAT approval or a detailed FAT schedule. Quotes must be submitted electronically to SrA Mason Smith-Washington (mason.smith-washington@us.af.mil) and SSgt Benjamin Spear (benjamin.spear.1@us.af.mil) with the subject line "FA481926Q0003 Brake Carrier Assembly - Quote". Award will be made to the offeror providing the best value to the Government, based on Price and Technical evaluation factors.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: February 6, 2026, 1:00 PM CST
- Quotes Due: February 17, 2026, 1:00 PM CST
- Primary Contact: SrA Mason Smith-Washington (mason.smith-washington@us.af.mil, 850-283-8690)
- Secondary Contact: SSgt Benjamin Spear (benjamin.spear.1@us.af.mil, 8502838651)