MQ-9 Load Testing
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Army / 147 Attack Wing Base Contracting Office is soliciting quotes for MQ-9 Load Testing under a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract. This requirement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside for services involving the annual load testing of specific equipment for the MQ-9 aircraft. Quotes are due by May 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary plant, labor, tools, equipment, parts, supplies, and transportation to perform MQ-9 Load Testing. This includes load testing specific pieces of equipment upon delivery, in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and associated specifications (1Q-9(M)A-2-4). The testing must be completed annually. The contractor is responsible for furnishing all labor, parts, tools, paint, and test equipment. All work must adhere to relevant international, federal, state, and local building codes.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Solicitation Number: W50S77-26-Q-0011
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Maintenance And Repair Shop Equipment)
- Small Business Size Standard: $12.5 Million
- Period of Performance: Shall begin within 30 days after notice of award. Work must be completed within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of equipment.
- Place of Performance: Services are to be performed at the 147th Attack Wing, Texas Air National Guard, 14657 Sneider St, Houston, TX. 77034.
- Quotes Due: May 13, 2026, by 7:00 PM UTC.
- Questions Due: May 1, 2026, by 9:00 AM CST.
Deliverables
- All test equipment and labor.
- A certificate or documentation of the results of all equipment testing.
Evaluation
Award will be made based on the ability to meet technical capabilities and price. Past performance will not be evaluated. The Contracting Officer intends to make an award without discussions, but may hold discussions if deemed in the government's best interest.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, and quotes are being requested; a written solicitation will not be issued. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments. A U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination for Texas is applicable, providing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service employees under the Service Contract Act.
Contact: MSgt Buddy Ciemiengo (buddy.ciemiengo.1@us.af.mil)