KC-135 Electronic Component Assembly
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, specifically AFSC PZAAB at Hill Air Force Base, UT, anticipates issuing a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) sole source contract for the KC-135 Electronic Component Assembly (NSN: 5998-01-162-5197 / PN 42-70117) to Hydro-Aire (cage code 81982). This is a Presolicitation notice. Capability statements are due by February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of the KC-135 Electronic Component Assembly (NSN: 5998-01-162-5197 / PN 42-70117). The government does not own the technical data rights for this component. Suppliers will be required to obtain the necessary technical data and drawings directly from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Hydro-Aire. Attempts to reverse-engineer this part have been determined to be neither plausible nor economically reasonable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Sole Source Contract (Presolicitation)
- Product/Service Code: 5998 (Electrical And Electronic Assemblies; Boards, Cards, And Associated Hardware)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 11:30 PM MST
- Published: February 3, 2026, 10:59 PM MST
Evaluation
In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(ii), while a sole source award to Hydro-Aire is anticipated, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration.
Additional Notes
This is a sole source requirement due to the government's lack of data rights and the impracticality of reverse-engineering the component. Interested parties must be able to obtain technical data from Hydro-Aire.