HH-60W Cabin Reconfiguration
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, AFLCMC WIH, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for the HH-60W Cabin Reconfiguration. This effort aims to integrate an Air Force Distributed Warfare (AFDW) capability into the HH-60W weapon system, specifically by modifying the cabin to install 11 crashworthy passenger seats. The government seeks industry capabilities for Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD), Test and Evaluation (T&E), and retrofit installations. Responses are due by May 17, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves modifying the HH-60W to remove existing components and install 11 passenger seats for AFDW mission support. Key aspects include:
- Integration of AFDW capability, ensuring compatibility with existing HH-60W sensor, display, navigation, and flight management systems.
- Installation of 11 crashworthy seats compliant with MIL-STD-1290, featuring five-point restraint harnesses.
- Reconfiguration of the cabin interior to accommodate seating while preserving critical Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) equipment.
- Updates to Weight and Balance calculations, Form F limitations, and potential loading restrictions.
- Verification of emergency egress for 11 passengers and assessment of supplemental oxygen capacity.
- Solutions should be based on technologies matured to Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) 8 or above.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified; small businesses are strongly encouraged to respond to help determine potential future set-aside opportunities.
- Response Due: May 17, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Published: April 17, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Dayton, OH.
Submission & Evaluation
Respondents are requested to submit a capability summary detailing their approach, experience, and compliance with military airworthiness standards (e.g., MIL HDBK 516C, MIL-STD 810H). Submissions must assess the TRL, MRL, and Integration Readiness Level (IRL) of their proposed product. This is not a request for quote or proposal and does not commit the Government to a solicitation or contract award. Technical data rights are sought to enable organic sustainment and future competitive modification efforts.
Contact Information
- Primary: Mohamed Abdellatif (mohamed.abdellatif@us.af.mil)
- Secondary: Jonathan Evans (jonathan.evans.19@us.af.mil)