KC-46 Commercial Common Repairable Support-Amendment 3
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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 Department of the Air Force is soliciting proposals for a KC-46 Commercial Common Repairable Support Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This unrestricted, full and open solicitation seeks worldwide supply support for KC-46A Depot Level Repair (DLR) National Stock Numbers (NSN), requiring a 30-day exchange of unserviceable assets for FAA-certified serviceable assets. Proposals are due February 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contract requires contractors to provide supply support and management for KC-46A DLRs, including inspection, repair, overhaul, and replacement of unserviceable items with FAA-certified new, repaired, or overhauled items. Key requirements include:
- 30-day exchange of unserviceable for serviceable FAA-certified assets.
- FAA Part 145 Repair Station certification (prime or subcontractor).
- Development of a Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Plan (PWS Section 17.0).
- Management of an item shelf-life program and compliance with packaging, handling, storage, and transportation (PHS&T) requirements.
- Capability for surge operations and handling Over & Above (O&A) requests.
- Inputting data into the Commercial Asset Visibility Air Force (CAVAF) system.
- Adherence to Operational Security (OPSEC) requirements.
- Providing a one-year warranty on serviceable items.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Flat-Rate Exchange model for task orders.
- Period of Performance: A single base period of five years with no option periods.
- Estimated Value: Total ceiling of $471 million.
- Minimum Order: $500.00.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted / Full & Open.
- Product Service Code: J016 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories).
Key Updates & Amendments
This solicitation has undergone several amendments and Q&A updates. Amendment 3 (February 11, 2026) updated the PWS reference for the SCRM plan from Section 18.0 to 17.0. The proposal response date was extended to February 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST via Amendment 2 (January 22, 2026) and confirmed by subsequent Q&A releases. Updates also include revised NSN lists, ordering procedures, and clarifications on subcontractor FAA certifications, pricing at the FOPR stage, and the 30-day turnaround time.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based solely on the Technical Factor, specifically the Offeror's current FAA Part 145 Repair Station certification. Subcontractors' certifications are acceptable, with the prime contractor remaining responsible for all documentation and capability requirements. Pricing will be evaluated at the individual Fair Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) stage.
Submission Requirements
Proposals must be submitted electronically by the due date. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of all amendments.
Additional Notes
The government will continue to accept questions, but the response due date will not be extended unless a new RFP Amendment is published. Contact Stephen Schexnayder (stephen.schexnayder.2@us.af.mil) or Joshua Taft (joshua.taft@us.af.mil) for inquiries.