Engineering Support Services - Commercial Derivative Aircraft
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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 WVV) has issued a Solicitation for Engineering Support Services (ESS) for Commercial Derivative Aircraft. This Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract seeks recurring and non-recurring engineering services for Boeing Commercial Derivative Aircraft used in high-profile functions, including presidential transport and airborne command post missions. Proposals are due May 18, 2026, by 12:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers comprehensive engineering support for specific aircraft: VC-25A, E-4B, C-32A, C-40B AF, C-40C AFRC, C-40C ANG, and VC-25B. (Note: NT-43A CLINs were removed by Amendment 0006).
- Recurring Engineering Services: Includes systems engineering, evaluation of service information and FAA Airworthiness Directives, systems integration, service action review board support, modification/maintenance evaluation, and liaison engineering.
- Non-Recurring Engineering Services: Encompasses engineering tasks (up to 25 direct labor hours), projects (up to 3,500 business hours), assignments (exceeding 3,500 hours), hardware evaluations, accident/incident investigations, feasibility studies, and prototype upgrades.
- Additional Services: Provision of 3rd Party Data Access (MyBoeingFleet.com), travel support, and engineering project material procurement.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ).
- NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services), with a size standard of $47,000,000.00 annual receipts.
- Product Service Code: K016 (Modification Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories).
- Period of Performance: A base period from February 1, 2027, to January 31, 2028, with multiple option periods extending through January 31, 2037. Orders may be issued until January 31, 2038.
- Pricing Arrangements: Vary by CLIN, including Fixed Price Incentive - Firm Target (for recurring services), Cost No Fee, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Cost Plus Award Fee, Cost Plus Incentive Fee, Firm Fixed Price (for 3rd Party Data Access), and "To Be Negotiated" for certain option items.
- Place of Performance: Primarily Oklahoma City, OK, with inspection and acceptance at Tinker AFB, OK.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: May 18, 2026, 12:00 PM local time.
- Submission Requirements: Offerors must submit the cost portion of their proposal via email or approved electronic method, include a Proposal Adequacy Checklist (PAC), provide an electronic cost model with editable formulas, and submit certified cost or pricing data for the Base Period and Option I. The mandatory Government Rights in Data (GRID) template must also be completed and certified.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on factors detailed in Section M, including evaluation of options and F.o.b. origin/destination.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is an unrestricted opportunity with significant small business subcontracting goals: Small Business (30%), HUBZone (3%), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (5%), Small Disadvantaged Business (5%), and Women-Owned Small Business (5%).
Key Amendments & Notes
Multiple amendments have been issued, with the most recent being Amendment 0007 (April 13, 2026). Notable changes include updates to the Performance Work Statement (PWS), removal of NT-43A CLINs, an increase in the engineering task threshold to 25 direct labor hours, revised Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) naming conventions, and the addition of 3rd Party Data Access line items. Offerors should review all amendments for full compliance. An ombudsman is available for concerns, and a plan for essential contractor services is required.