Engineering Support Services - Commercial Derivative Aircraft

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, FA813426RB0010002, is for Executive Aircraft Engineering Support Services (ESS). The government is procuring recurring and non-recurring engineering services for Boeing Commercial Derivative Aircraft, which are used for high-profile functions such as presidential transport, airborne command post, and specialized airlift missions.

• Recurring Engineering Services: Includes systems engineering, evaluation/recommendation of service information and FAA Airworthiness Directives, systems integration, service action review board support and documentation, evaluation of modifications and maintenance requirements, and liaison engineering.

• Non-Recurring Engineering Services: Includes engineering tasks, engineering projects, engineering assignments, hardware evaluations, on-site accident and incident investigations, engineering feasibility studies, and first-of-model/prototype upgrades and modification.

• Specific Aircraft Supported: VC-25A, E-4B, C-32A, C-40B AF, C-40C AFRC, C-40C ANG, VC-25B, and NT-43A.

• Pricing Arrangement: Primarily Fixed Price Incentive - Firm Target for recurring engineering, and Cost Plus Fixed Fee or Cost No Fee for non-recurring tasks and materials. Some items are "To Be Negotiated."

• Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs): A comprehensive list of required reports and deliverables is included, such as Systems Engineering Management Plan, Technical Reports, and various other specialized reports.

• Contract Number: FA813426RB0010002

• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services)

• Size Standard: $47,000,000.00 Annual Receipts

• Product Service Code: K016

• Period of Performance: Base period from February 1, 2027, to January 31, 2028, with multiple option periods extending through January 31, 2037.

• Proposal Due Date: 18 May 2026, by 12:00 PM local time.

• Evaluation Factors: Not explicitly detailed in the provided sections, but typically include technical approach, past performance, price, and other factors as outlined in Section M.

• Subcontracting Goals: The government requests a subcontracting plan with goals for Small Business (30%), HUBZone (3%), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (5%), Small Disadvantaged Business (5%), and Women-Owned Small Business (5%).

• This solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering various aspects of contract administration, inspection, payment, and representations.

• The contract is subject to written approval by the Executive Aircraft Division (EAD) Engineering Support Services (ESS) Contracting Officer.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment adds the VC-25B Security Classification Guide to Section J of the solicitation.

• Section J - List of Attachments

No impact on proposal deadlines or submission requirements is indicated.

Amendment / Modification

• Added FAR clause 52.249-14, Excusable Delays.

• Added "ESS Follow-On PWS FINAL R2" to Section J - List of Attachments.

• Deleted "ESS Follow-On PWS FINAL R1" from Section J - List of Attachments.

• Section I - Contract Clauses: FAR clause 52.249-14 added.

• Section J - List of Attachments: PWS document updated (Revision 2 added, Revision 1 deleted).

• No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated by this amendment. The primary impact is the update to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and the inclusion of the Excusable Delays clause.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines engineering support services, both recurring and non-recurring, required to sustain and modernize specific aircraft designated by the Government. The scope includes various weapon systems, with the understanding that platforms, sites, and locations may be modified.

• Supported Aircraft Platforms: E-4B/747, VC-25A/747, AFMC NT-43/737, C-32A/757, C-40B/C/737, VC-25B/747.
• Recurring Engineering: Includes systems engineering, safety management, reliability/maintainability/availability analysis, service information review, and FAA airworthiness directives.
• Nonrecurring Engineering (NRE): Encompasses engineering activities such as engineering tasks, projects, studies, and support for modifications and testing.
• Technical Data: Management and delivery of technical orders (TOs), wiring diagrams, illustrated parts catalogs (IPCs), and other technical documentation.

Not explicitly detailed in the provided sections, but the PWS covers ongoing sustainment and modernization efforts.

• Contractor responsibility includes executing all PWS requirements, managing deliverables, and maintaining quality control.
• The Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) is the sole authority for contract modifications.
• Specific requirements for safety management, configuration management, data management, and program security are detailed.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including environmental protection and data rights.
• Government Furnished Property (GFP) and data will be provided as necessary.

Other / Unclassified

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Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Government Rights in Data (GRID) template, which Offerors are required to complete and certify during the proposal process. Its purpose is to provide the Government with a detailed list of all proprietary and/or Commercial-Off-the-Shelf/Non-development Item (COTS/NDI) components, parts, assemblies, processes, materials, frameworks, platforms, software, and software documentation that will be incorporated into the proposed solution. It also structures the management of related license agreements.

• Sections 4(a)-(d): Offerors must complete these sections detailing any proprietary data, previously delivered data with restrictions, COTS components, and non-technical data (SNLR) that will be used. The Government assumes unlimited rights unless otherwise specified.
• Section 5: Requires Offerors to certify (sign and date) all information and assertions made in the GRID document. Failure to do so may render the proposal ineligible.
• Section 6: Requires Offerors to attach all applicable explanatory Intellectual Property (IP) documentation, including license terms for restricted data.

Completion and submission of this GRID document is mandatory for proposals. It directly impacts the Government's understanding of intellectual property rights associated with the proposed solution and becomes an inseparable part of the contract. Bidders must carefully identify and document any proprietary or restricted data to comply with contract requirements and avoid potential issues with data rights post-award. The document clarifies that it does not restrict a contractor's use of proprietary technologies beyond what is identified.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, FA813426RB001, is for Executive Aircraft Engineering Support Services (ESS). The services are for recurring and non-recurring engineering for Boeing Commercial Derivative Aircraft, which are used for high-profile functions such as presidential transport, airborne command post, and specialized airlift missions.

• Recurring Engineering Services: Include systems engineering, evaluation/recommendation of service information and FAA Airworthiness Directives, systems integration, service action review board support and documentation, evaluation of modifications and maintenance requirements, and liaison engineering to support engineering inquiries.

• Non-Recurring Engineering Services: Include engineering tasks, engineering projects, engineering assignments, hardware evaluations, on-site accident and incident investigations, engineering feasibility studies, and first-of-model/prototype upgrades and modification.

• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services)

• Size Standard: USD 47,000,000.00 Annual receipts

• Product Service Code: K016

• Contract Type: Fixed Price Incentive - Firm Target for recurring engineering; Cost Plus Fixed Fee and Cost Plus Incentive Fee for non-recurring engineering tasks and projects; Firm Fixed Price for 3rd Party Data Access.

• Period of Performance: The solicitation includes a Base Period and multiple Option Periods, extending through January 2039.

• Proposal Due Date: 18 May 2026, 12:00 PM local time.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not explicitly detailed in the provided sections, but typically includes factors such as technical approach, past performance, price, and small business participation.

• Small Business Goals: The subcontracting plan includes goals for Small Business (30%), HUBZone (3%), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (5%), Small Disadvantaged Business (5%), and Women-Owned Small Business (5%).

• The solicitation is for a total of 293 pages.

• The contract is rated under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) with priority ratings such as DX-A1 and DO-A1.