PKB Cummins ISL9 450 Engine
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically FA4613 90 CONS PK, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for a PKB Cummins ISL9 450 Engine for an E-One 2011 HP 75' ladder truck at F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming. This market research is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside to identify qualified vendors for a potential Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract. Responses are due by April 17, 2026, at 4:00 AM MST.
Scope of Work
The anticipated need is for a complete Cummins ISL9 450 automatic engine. The engine must have a serial number matching 73318978. Both new and used options will be considered, provided they are in working condition. A 1-Year Warranty, starting from the date of delivery, is required. Shipment will be FOB destination, with delivery expected within 30 days of award. No installation is required, as the government intends to self-perform this function.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for a potential Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Anticipated NAICS: 333618 - Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,500 Employees).
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, 4:00 AM MST.
- Published: April 6, 2026.
Response Submission
Responses must be submitted via email to Sara Cook (sara.cook.7@us.af.mil) or Donna Doss (donna.doss.1@us.af.mil). Required submissions include:
- Completed Attachment 1 – Contractor Response Form.
- Firm's name, point of contact, phone, email, Unique Entity ID (UEI), CAGE code, and a statement regarding small business status (including specific certifications).
- Confirmation of interest as a prime contractor or subcontractor, including details for any joint ventures or teaming arrangements.
- Specific experience in providing comparable services, indicating whether as a prime or subcontractor.
- Percentage of work to be performed by the small business prime contractor and similarly situated entity subcontractors.
- Type(s)/certifications(s) of proposed subcontractors.
- Information on financial capacity and bonding capability (single project and aggregate limits).
- Suggestions on how the Air Force can best structure contract requirements to facilitate small business competition.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Proposal (RFP). The government is not seeking quotes or proposals at this time and will not pay for information submitted. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future solicitation. The Contractor Response Form (Attachment 1) is crucial for expressing interest and providing essential business information, and its submission may lead to email notifications prior to an official solicitation.