Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair of AC-9 Life Rafts
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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
The Air Force Test Center Operational Contracting Division (AFTC/PZIOA) intends to award a sole source Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Commercial Purchase Order to AIR CRUISERS COMPANY LLC for the Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair of ten (10) AC-9 Life Rafts. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for proposals or quotations. The anticipated award date is April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers the inspection, maintenance, and repair of ten AC-9 Life Rafts. Key tasks include:
- Standard CMM recommended overhaul/inspection (Qty 10)
- Parts and repair of AC-9 Rafts
- Shipping via FedEx Express
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Commercial Purchase Order
- Intended Awardee: AIR CRUISERS COMPANY LLC
- Authority: 41 U.S. Code (USC) 1901, as implemented by FAR 12.102(a) (revised by 'Revolutionary FAR Overhaul').
- NAICS: 326299 (Size Standard: 650 employees)
- Anticipated Award Date: April 8, 2026
- Place of Performance: Goulds, FL
Response Information
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation. The Government will consider information received solely to determine whether conducting a competitive procurement is in its best interest. No solicitation package will be issued.
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, by 12:00 PM CDT
- Submission: Written documentation demonstrating capability to provide the required services. Verbal responses are not accepted.
- Contact: Liudmila Stidam (liudmila.stidam@us.af.mil)