Enterprise Sustainment Contract for Repair, Spares, & Engineering Services
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 is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for an Enterprise Sustainment Contract covering repair, spares, and engineering services. This RFI aims to inform a future ten-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with an anticipated ordering period beginning in Fiscal Year 2028. Responses are due by March 9, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI is issued for information and planning purposes only, seeking to identify firms with the expertise, capabilities, and experience in depot-level repair and/or manufacturing of avionics, electronic warfare, or radar systems. The government is planning for a long-term sustainment solution, currently provided by Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) as the prime contractor and OEM.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) for market research. Anticipated future contract is a single-award, ten-year IDIQ.
- Period of Performance: Anticipated ordering period beginning FY 2028, supporting a ten-year PoP from September 10, 2028, through September 9, 2038.
- Estimated Value: Not specified.
Key Requirements
Potential sources must demonstrate:
- Corporate experience in depot-level repair and/or manufacturing of avionics, electronic warfare, or radar systems.
- A proposed approach to acquire or gain legal access to proprietary technical data for spares production, full depot-level repairs, technical support, and program management.
- The ability to provide fully functional and certified parts and/or repair services that meet or exceed OEM specifications.
Submission & Evaluation
Respondents are required to submit a Contractor Capability Survey detailing their business information and capabilities. Responses are due no later than close of business on March 9, 2026. This RFI does not constitute a solicitation, and responses will be treated as information only, not proposals. The government will not reimburse participants for expenses incurred.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate, including joint ventures or teaming arrangements. Submissions will be reviewed in accordance with FAR Part 19 procedures, and respondents should identify any areas of work that could be broken out exclusively for Small Business.
Attachments
The RFI includes an attachment, "Attachment A_RFI_Master List of NSNs," which provides a detailed list of National Stock Numbers (NSNs), part numbers, and estimated quantities for repair and spare items required annually from FY28 through FY38. This list is crucial for potential bidders to assess their capabilities and identify specific opportunities.
Contact Information
For questions, contact (PCO) Leigh Ann Taylor at leigh.taylor.3@us.af.mil or 478-231-1259.