Elevation Gearbox Assembly Procurement

SOL #: FA850726RB004Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8507 ALCMC ESKC
ROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, United States

Place of Performance

GA

NAICS

Speed Changer (333612)

PSC

Radar Equipment, Except Airborne (5840)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 7, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 7, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 United States Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) is soliciting proposals for the procurement of two (2) Elevation Gearbox spares for the GLOBUS-X Band radar system. This acquisition is a mission-critical investment to mitigate the risk of catastrophic failure of existing worn gearboxes, originally manufactured in 1993. The gearboxes must be direct form, fit, and function replacements, adhering to specific mechanical and electrical specifications. Proposals are due by May 7, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall design, develop, manufacture, and deliver the Elevation Gearboxes in accordance with the attached Statement of Work and referenced technical data. Key requirements include adherence to specifications outlined in EL Gear Reducer Graham Sesia P/N TPP-028-M-H2-104S, RTX ICD DWG H496663, and the FSSM&I X-Band Pedestal Servo System Modernization document B2270320. Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) is also required.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Single Definitive Firm Fixed Price Contract (FAR 16.202)
  • Set-Aside: None specified. However, if the proposal exceeds $900K, a Small Business Subcontracting Plan (DoD Contracts) is required, identifying small business goals.
  • Proposal Due: May 7, 2026, 04:00 PM local time.
  • Published: April 7, 2026.
  • Funds: Funds are not presently available; award is contingent upon fund availability. The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

Evaluation

Award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures. Technical proposals will be evaluated on a "Technically Acceptable/Unacceptable" basis across four subfactors: Non-Recurring Engineering, Integration & Test, Management Plan, and Integrated Master Schedule. The award will go to the responsible offeror with the lowest total evaluated price meeting all technical requirements.

Key Requirements & Notes

  • Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC): Offerors must have a current CMMC status of Level 2 (SELF) or higher.
  • SAM Registration: Offerors must have an active System for Award Management (SAM) record.
  • Government Furnished Property (GFP): One Elevation Gearbox (CAGE Code XXXXX, P/N 14503) will be provided as GFP, which is upgradable.
  • Data Requirements: A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) specifies required submissions, including an Integrated Master Schedule, Test Plan, Test/Inspection Report, Product Drawings, and Certificate of Compliance.
  • Packaging & Marking: AFMC Form 158 details specific packaging and marking requirements, including MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129.
  • Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via encrypted email or DoD Safe. Questions must be submitted in writing to the listed Points of Contact.

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Solicitation
Posted: Apr 7, 2026
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