F-15E Ammunition Container Overhaul

SOL #: FA855426R0003Pre-SolicitationSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA8520 AFLCMC EBUK

ROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, United States

Place of Performance

NAICS

Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing (332993)

PSC

Guns, Through 30 Mm (1005)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/69980c41efbe46b5a12b06d0f95d6895/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 27, 2026

Response Deadline

Apr 20, 2026, 8:00 AM

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 issuing a Presolicitation for the F-15E Ammunition Container Overhaul. This action is an intent to award a sole-source contract to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) for the repair of a critical component of the F-15E's 20mm M61A1 Gatling gun system. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued directly to GD-OTS around April 20, 2026, with proposals due by June 5, 2026.

Scope of Work

This requirement involves the repair of the Ammunition Container (NSN: 1005-01-298-2522), which is essential for storing and feeding ammunition for the F-15E's 20mm M61A1 Gatling gun system. The repair ensures the continued operational readiness of this critical component.

Contract & Timeline

Contract Type: Requirements Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC)
Duration: One-year base period, four one-year ordering options, and a six-month extension option.
Set-Aside: None (Sole-Source)
NAICS Code: 332993 (Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing)
Anticipated Solicitation Issue Date: On or about April 20, 2026
Anticipated Proposal Due Date: By June 5, 2026
Published Date: March 27, 2026

Justification

The sole-source award to GD-OTS is justified under FAR 6.302-1, citing that GD-OTS is the only entity possessing the proprietary technical data and licenses necessary for these repairs. The U.S. Government does not own this data, making competition infeasible. This action is deemed essential to prevent a critical gap in combat readiness for the F-15E fleet.