KC-130 NP2000 Assorted PSE
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 Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), Lakehurst, under the Department of the Navy, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) in support of the KC-130J Program. The Government intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract on a sole-source basis to Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation, d/b/a Collins Aerospace, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), for these items, which include Aviation Critical Safety Items. Interested companies can become an approved source by submitting a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Responses to this RFI are due by April 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFI seeks information regarding various PSE for the KC-130J Program, specifically mentioning the Dome Assembly Spreader Lifter, NP2000 Propeller Lifter & Manipulator, and Hub Oil Fill/Drain Adapter Set. These items are designated as Aviation Critical Safety Items, requiring procurement from an approved source. Collins Aerospace is the OEM. For any other company to be considered, an engineering and quality assurance audit would be required, initiated through a SAR package submission. Attachment 1 provides a detailed list of specific parts, including CLINs, NIINs, NSNs, Part Names, and Part Numbers, relevant for identifying required components.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Intent: Sole-source Firm Fixed-Price contract to Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation, d/b/a Collins Aerospace
- Set-Aside: None specified (RFI for market research and source approval)
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- Published: March 12, 2026
- Product Service Code: 1730 (Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment)
Key Details
This is an RFI ONLY for information and planning purposes; it is not a solicitation (IFB, RFP, or RFQ). The Government will not pay for information received and is not committed to an award. Responses will be treated as information only. Interested parties should submit company information, descriptive literature on available products meeting Navy requirements, a point of contact, phone, email, website, CAGE code, and Business Size Status for the relevant NAICS code. Contact the identified Point of Contact for SAR package information.
Additional Notes
Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP. Proprietary information will be protected with written permission.