MQ-9 Load Testing
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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 Army, 147 Attack Wing Base Contracting Office, is soliciting quotes for MQ-9 Load Testing services. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity to award a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract. The requirement involves annual load testing of TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixtures for MQ-9 aircraft. Quotes are due by June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, parts, tools, paint, test equipment, and appliances necessary to perform annual load testing of specific equipment, primarily the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook) for MQ-9 aircraft. Work must be performed at the contractor's place of business and completed within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of equipment. Testing procedures include applying 1,384 \u00b1138 pounds to the lifting clevis for 30 seconds and conducting Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) on welds, as detailed in the technical information (1Q-9(M)A-2-4). Deliverables include all test equipment, labor, and a certificate or documentation of testing results. The Service Contract Act Wage Determination for Texas is applicable.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 8113101 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance)
- Small Business Size Standard: $12.5 Million
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Place of Performance: Contractor's place of business (equipment delivery to 14657 Sneider St, Houston, TX 77034)
- Period of Performance: Shall begin within 30 days after notice of award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 12, 2026, by 7:00 PM UTC (2:00 PM CST).
- Evaluation Factors: Ability to meet technical capabilities and price. Past performance will not be evaluated. The Contracting Officer intends to make an award without discussions.
Key Documents
The solicitation includes a Performance Work Statement (PWS), technical information for the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook) detailing load test procedures and NDI requirements, and images of engine fixtures. A Service Contract Act Wage Determination for Texas is also provided.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: MSgt Buddy Ciemiengo (buddy.ciemiengo.1@us.af.mil)