Gulf stream III - 72 Month Inspection and Maintenance
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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) is conducting a Sources Sought for 72-month inspections and Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) incorporation on a Gulfstream III, NASA 808 aircraft. This is for market research to determine the appropriate level of competition and potential small business subcontracting goals. Responses are due January 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The effort involves completing comprehensive 72-month inspections and integrating CPDLC systems on the Gulfstream III, NASA 808 aircraft. The primary objective is to ensure the aircraft's return to serviceable condition, guaranteeing its availability for critical ongoing and future flight research and technology integration activities. This process requires strict adherence to airworthiness and maintenance protocols to maintain safety and functional integrity for specialized research roles.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage); the Government reserves the right to set aside this requirement based on responses received, considering various socioeconomic categories.
- Response Due: January 27, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time
- Published: January 20, 2026
Evaluation
Capability statements will be used to assess industry capabilities and determine the appropriate level of competition and/or small business subcontracting goals for a future acquisition. Firms must include anticipated subcontracting goals for Small Business, SDB (including 8(a)), HUBZone, WOSB (including EDWOSB), SDVOSB, and VOSB categories.
Additional Notes
This is for information and planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. No proposals should be submitted in response to this notice. Interested firms are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any future solicitation. Submissions should include company details, SAM UEI, prime/subcontractor interest, relevant capabilities, and advise if the requirement is considered a commercial or commercial-type product.