Gulfstream III Aircraft NASA 808 72-Month Inspections
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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
NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) is seeking proposals for the 72-month inspection and maintenance of its Gulfstream III aircraft (NASA 808). This is a Full and Open Requirement combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial services, identified by solicitation number 80AFRC26Q0003. The objective is to ensure the aircraft remains airworthy for ongoing flight research and technology integration. Award will be made to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offeror.
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform comprehensive 72-month inspections and incorporate Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) upgrades on the Gulfstream III aircraft. Optional tasks may include FANS-1/A+ upgrade, fault repairs, fuel leak repairs, and interior repairs. The aircraft must be returned to NASA AFRC in serviceable condition within 90 days of receipt. The contractor must be an FAA certified 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station with experience servicing Gulfstream aircraft, and certified to AS9100 or equivalent Quality Management Standard. The facility must be located within a 250-mile radius of Edwards, CA.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: 80AFRC26Q0003
- Contract Type: Primarily Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for core services (CLINs 0001-0006); Time & Materials (T&M) for Over and Above Materials and Other Direct Costs (CLIN 0007).
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Requirement
- NAICS Code: 448190 (Aircraft Components and Accessories Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding)
- Size Standard: $40.0 Million
- Period of Performance: Aircraft delivery back to NASA AFRC within 90 days after receipt of order.
- Anticipated Award Date: On or before April 10, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission Deadline: March 24, 2026, by 5:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
- Submission Method: Email to melissa.newell@nasa.gov and tanjanica.s.jackson@nasa.gov.
- Questions Deadline: March 19, 2026, by 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST).
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), based on Technical Acceptability (meeting SOW, maintenance schedule, location, certifications, Gulfstream experience) and Price.
- Quote Validity: Prices must be held firm for 150 calendar days.
- Proposal Format: Two electronic volumes: Technical Approach (max 15 pages) and Pricing (no page limit).
Point of Contact
Melissa Newell (melissa.newell@nasa.gov)