E-6B Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)
Overview
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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 Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to solicit for a single award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for E-6B Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services. This presolicitation notice, updated on April 9, 2026, outlines plans for a full and open competition to support the E-6B aircraft. The draft solicitation is anticipated by the end of May 2026, with the final solicitation expected mid-fourth quarter 2026.
Scope of Work
The IDIQ contract will cover EPMH Overhaul and Repair services for the E-6B aircraft. The scope includes performing scheduled and unscheduled depot tasks, within-scope repairs, in-service repairs, light planeside manufacturing and fabrication, and modifications to airframe structures and aircraft systems. These services will adhere to NAVAIR issued E-6B Technical Directives and depot technical manuals. Bill of Material parts will primarily be supplied by the E-6B Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) provider from program-owned stock.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Single award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract
- Competition: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 6 full and open competition
- Duration: One (1) five-year ordering period with an option for one (1) additional five-year ordering period, covering Fiscal Years (FYs) 2027 through 2036.
- Set-Aside: None (Full and Open Competition)
- Draft Solicitation Anticipated: On or around the end of May 2026
- Final Solicitation Anticipated: On or about mid fourth quarter 2026
- Tentative Closing Date: 30 days after final solicitation posting
- Published Date: April 9, 2026
Place of Performance
Services will primarily be performed at the contractor's facility within continental North America. Work may also be required at Tinker AFB, OK, and/or other locations as directed by the Government.
Additional Notes
This is a presolicitation notice for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to award a contract. Proposals are not being accepted at this stage. Interested parties must be registered under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code in SAM.gov. Potential vendors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for future solicitation information.