MQ-9 Load Testing
Overview
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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 147 Attack Wing Base Contracting Office is soliciting quotes for MQ-9 Load Testing services. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial products, intending to award a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract. The requirement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all necessary labor, parts, tools, paint, test equipment, and appliances to perform load testing on specific equipment, including the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook) for the MQ-9 aircraft. All work must adhere to the Performance Work Statement (PWS), associated specifications and drawings (1Q-9(M)A-2-4), and relevant building codes. Testing must be completed annually at the contractor's own place of business, within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of equipment. Deliverables include a certificate or documentation of all equipment testing results.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Maintenance And Repair Shop Equipment)
- Small Business Size Standard: $12.5M
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility (Houston, TX area for wage determination purposes)
- Period of Performance: Work to begin within 30 days of award and completed within 15 days of equipment receipt.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: May 13, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC (2:00 PM CST on 6 May 2026 was previously stated in the Combo document, but the metadata response date is later and takes precedence).
- Questions Deadline: May 1, 2026, 9:00 AM CST (now passed).
- 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.
Additional Notes
Attachment #4 provides crucial technical information and procedures for the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture, detailing pre-use and annual inspection requirements, including a load test procedure (1,384 ±138 pounds for 30 seconds) and Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) on welds. The Service Contract Act Wage Determination (SCA WD) for Texas counties (Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller) applies, establishing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service employees.