KC-135 SIL Fuselage Wall
SOL #: FA813926Q0014Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8139 AFSC PZIMB SOFTWARE
TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, United States
Place of Performance
S Coffeyville, OK
NAICS
Other Foundation (238190)
PSC
Repair Or Alteration Of Other Non Building Facilities (Z2PZ)
Set Aside
8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Mar 31, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 21, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 21, 2026, 8:00 PM
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 is soliciting proposals for the KC-135 SIL Fuselage Wall Installation at Tinker Air Force Base, OK. This is an 8(a) Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm Fixed-Price service contract to construct a structural wall enclosing the cut end of a KC-135 Fuselage trainer. The purpose is to create a contained workspace for the 555th Software Engineering Squadron. Proposals are due April 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, tools, and expertise to fabricate and install a structural wall on a government-owned KC-135 fuselage. Key tasks include:
- Framing the wall with provided 2"x4" metal studs and track.
- Installing provided Rockwool insulation and .060 4x8 aluminum sheeting.
- Installing a provided 3' standard door with hardware.
- Fabricating and installing a removable lower deck access door.
- Prepping, priming, and painting the new wall (interior and exterior) to match the existing KC-135 fuselage color (FS 36173 Grey). The Government will provide primary construction materials (metals, door components, insulation).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Set-Aside (Small Business).
- Period of Performance: 60 days after receipt of order (ARO).
- Place of Performance: Tinker Air Force Base, OK.
- Product/Service Code: Z2PZ - Repair Or Alteration Of Other Non Building Facilities.
- Government Furnished Property (GFP): Metals (aluminum sheets, studs, track), door components, and insulation will be provided by the Government.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: April 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
- Submission Method: Emailed quotations are preferred.
- Evaluation: Conducted under FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Proposal (Factor 1) and Cost/Price (Factor 2). The Government will also review Terms & Conditions, product documentation, technical merit, completed Quote Sheet, and contractor responsibility.
- Award Basis: Award will be made to the technically acceptable vendor with the lowest evaluated price.
- Eligibility: Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.
Key Dates & Actions
- Site Visit: April 10, 2026, at 1300. Interested parties must provide First Name, Last Name, Drivers License #, and State of Issue to the POC for base access. A REAL ID is required.
- Required Documents: Vendors must complete specific pages of the solicitation, including vendor information, delivery, pricing, and CLIN Unit Pricing, and provide a company quotation sheet.
- Compliance: Bidders must review the "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for Oklahoma to ensure compliance with minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Anthony Dollard, anthony.dollard@us.af.mil
- Contract Specialist: Brian Eakers, brian.eakers@us.af.mil
People
Points of Contact
Anthony DollardPRIMARY
Anthony DollardSECONDARY