Lycoming Engines Overhaul & Parts
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 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under the Department of Justice, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Lycoming engine 'customer overhaul' and parts for its fleet of FBI-owned Cessna G1000 aircraft. This is an RFI to identify qualified vendors. Responses are due by 10:00 a.m. CST on February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The FBI requires specific 'Customer Overhaul' services for Lycoming engines, including models T206H (TIO-540-AJ1A), 206H (IO-540-AC1A5), and 182T (IO-540-AB1A5). Overhauls must adhere to Lycoming SB 240W or Greater standards, utilizing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) genuine Lycoming parts. Key requirements include:
- Overhaul turnaround time not to exceed two months.
- Provision of an engine report for a factory type run.
- Replacement of oil pressure switches regardless of time.
- Ensuring all applicable FAA Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Lycoming Service Bulletins (SBs), Service Instructions (SIs), and Service Letters (SLs) are up to date.
- Provision of OEM and FAA compliant engine accessory parts upon request.
- Required documentation includes new part numbers, ADs, SBs, SIs, SLs, crankshaft repair details, and engine case half inspection reports.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- NAICS Code: 336412 – Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,550 employees)
- Product Service Code: J028 – Maintenance, Repair and Rebuilding of Equipment – Engines, Turbines and Components
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research, all businesses encouraged to respond)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST
- Published Date: February 4, 2026
Submission Requirements
Vendors must address three components in their submittal, limited to 25 pages (excluding cover page, 12 Times New Roman font, 1-inch margins):
- Company Information: Unique Entity ID, CAGE Code, SAM.gov status, business size (e.g., 8a, WOSB, VOSB), point of contact details, primary NAICS on previous contracts, years in business, and past performance on similar projects.
- Requirements/Scope: Demonstrate capabilities for all requirements outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW) dated February 4, 2026.
- Submission: Email capabilities statements and responses to Andrea Dailey (amdailey@fbi.gov) and Melissa Golicz (mgolicz@fbi.gov).
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation. Information provided is voluntary and at no cost to the Government.