C-130H FPS Industry Day
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 (AFLCMC/WLN) will host a Virtual Industry Day on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, to provide updates on Pre Milestone-B planning for the C-130H Formation Positioning System (FPS) replacement program. This event seeks industry feedback on the Draft Request for Proposal (RFP), notice ID: FPS2026130. Interested vendors must RSVP by June 8, 2026.
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
- Time: 0830 – 0930 EDT (main session), followed by 60-minute one-on-one sessions.
- Format: Virtual, via Zoom.gov
One-on-One Sessions
Private 60-minute sessions will commence at 10:00 AM EDT and conclude by 5:00 PM on June 16. Vendors will have approximately 20 minutes to present their proposed solutions. The Government is particularly interested in:
- Approaches to achieving operational compatibility with the C-130J FPS.
- Relevant experience with this level of development and integration.
- Identification of any information required from the Government for the proposed effort.
- Identification of the need for Advance Procurement funding during the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) or Production and Deployment phases.
All questions from one-on-one sessions will be documented, answered, and formally made available on SAM.gov. Proprietary data will be handled appropriately; classified information should not be discussed.
Response Requirements
Interested vendors must submit their RSVP and one-on-one session requests to Mr. Aaron Christy at aaron.christy@us.af.mil no later than June 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT. Please include the names and email addresses of vendor attendees, not exceeding five email addresses.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Industry Day)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- RSVP Deadline: June 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- Event Date: June 16, 2026
- Published: May 12, 2026