Painting and Restoration of Static Display Aircraft
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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 Department of the Navy (NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK) is soliciting quotes for the Painting and Restoration of Static Display Aircraft located at NAVSUP WSS, Philadelphia, PA. This requirement involves the comprehensive refurbishment of four specific aircraft to maintain display quality. Quotes are due by February 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, tools, and materials to restore the following aircraft:
- AH-1Z Viper: Full paint removal, restoration, and reapplication of provided decals.
- SH-60B Seahawk: Paint restoration and refilling/replacing tires for rebalancing.
- MQ-8 Firescout: Painting and restoration (potential for delayed performance in 2026).
- A-1D Skyraider: Significant repairs including patching, reinforcing, and sealing the left wing, and plugging engine leaks.
Key Technical Requirements:
- Removal of existing coatings down to bare metal on metallic surfaces.
- Application of new paint and insignia per MIL-STD-2161B standards.
- Erection of semi-rigid temporary containment structures (tents) at the aircrafts' current locations; aircraft cannot be moved.
- Implementation of strict dust control and environmental protection measures.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: March 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026 (120 calendar days).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Response Due: February 13, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Best Value basis. The government considers non-price factors—specifically Past Performance—to be significantly more important than price. Offerors must submit up to three relevant past performance references from the last five years.
Additional Notes
Recent Q&A clarifies that all repairs are cosmetic for display purposes. Contractors must include all costs in their FFP quote, as "over-and-above" work for latent damage is unlikely to be approved post-award.