Remanufacture of F-15 Rudder and Nose Gear Steering Cartridge Assembly

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation FA8118-26-R-0028. Its primary purpose is to establish and incorporate new subCLINs: 0001AA, 0001AB, 0001AC, 0001AD, and 0001AE.

• Section B, Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs, is affected by the addition of the new subCLINs.
• The schedule of supplies or services and prices/costs will need to be updated by offerors to reflect these new subCLINs.

Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Failure to do so may result in rejection of their offer. If an offeror has already submitted an offer, they may amend it by referencing this amendment. The solicitation's original deadline for receipt of offers is not explicitly extended by this amendment, but offerors should ensure their submissions account for any necessary updates due to these new CLINs.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the proposal due date for solicitation FA8118-26-R-0028.

• Proposal Due Date

• The proposal due date has been extended from June 3, 2026, 1:00 PM to July 2, 2026, 1:00 PM.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the reporting requirements for the Commercial Asset Visibility Air Force (CAV AF) system. It provides guidance for contractor technical responsibilities and reporting procedures for Government-owned assets located at contractor repair facilities and Inventory Control Points (ICPs).

• CAV AF System: Mandated primary system of record for daily status of Government-owned assets.
• Contractor Responsibilities: Ensuring accurate asset records, daily reporting, and utilizing the correct Contractor User Guides.
• Training: Familiarization training for CAV AF reporting is available and required for reporters.
• Access: Requires a System Authorization Access Request (DD Form 2875) and completion of DoD Information Assurance (IA) CyberAwareness Challenge training.
• Reporting Actions: Details specific procedures for "Not-on-Contract" (NOC) transactions, discrepancy reporting (SDR/ROD), and handling of Nuclear Weapon Related Materiel (NWRM).
• Documentation: Specifies the required use of DD Form 1348-1A for shipping and receipt transactions, and prohibits the use of DD Form 250 or DD Form 1149 for shipments on repair contracts.
• Discrepancies: Outlines procedures for reporting and resolving transportation and item discrepancies, including misidentified items, quantity variations, and damaged goods.
• System Downtime: Procedures for reporting during CAV AF system inoperability or scheduled downtime.
• Contact Information: Provides points of contact for assistance with CAV AF access and reporting issues at Robins AFB, Hill AFB, and Tinker AFB.

This document is critical for any bidder involved in contracts requiring the management and reporting of Government assets. It details the mandatory system (CAV AF), the specific reporting procedures, required training, documentation, and points of contact. Understanding these requirements is essential for accurate asset tracking, compliance, and successful contract performance.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for the remanufacture of F-15 Rudder and Nose Gear Steering Cartridge Assemblies.

• The core task is the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, maintenance, re-assembly, testing, and finishing of the specified end items to return them to a like-new condition.

• Specific work requirements are detailed in Section 2, including procedures for remanufacturing, handling of missing or damaged components (Over and Above requests), and end item identification and marking.

• Consumable parts replacement is mandated at 100% for specific listed parts.

• The Contractor must establish and maintain a quality system to ensure end items meet specified requirements.

• Quality acceptance will be performed by DCMA prior to packaging and transportation.

• Specific technical orders (TOs) and other publications must be adhered to.

• Not explicitly stated in the provided sections, but the work is performed under a contract with a specified delivery schedule.

• Initial Production Evaluation (IPE): Must be completed within 60 days of the first delivery order, involving three units of each line item.

• Reporting/Data Requirements: Includes CAVAF End Item Reports, Monthly Production Reports, Government Property Inventory Reports, Production Surge Plans, Technical Data Packages, and Supply Discrepancy Reports.

• Parts Control: Strict adherence to Government-approved parts lists is required, with specific procedures for requesting deviations or alternate sources.

• Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM): Contractor must develop and implement a SCRM plan, including Continuity of Operations (COOP), Foreign Influence, and Cybersecurity measures.

• Item Unique Identification (IUID): Marking requirements must be followed in accordance with MIL-STD-130.

• Surge: The Government has the option to request a 20% increase in demand, requiring the Contractor to develop an initial surge plan.

• Government Property: Requirements for handling and disposition of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) or Property (GFP) are outlined.

• Technical Orders: Contractor must maintain current TOs applicable to the work.

• Safety and Health: Compliance with all applicable regulations is required, with specific notification procedures for damage to Government property.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a detailed item description for a specific part.

• NSN: 1680002493833RK
• Reference Number: 68A640033-1003
• Noun: CYLINDER ASSEMBLY,R
• Item Material: Aluminum Alloy and Steel
• Item Function: Part of the rudder control and nose gear steering system.
• Dimensions: Length 17.3 in., Width 2.0000 in., Height 2.0000 in.
• Weight: 1.6000 LB
• Legacy Item Description: LENGTH 17.3IN.X 2" WIDTH 1.6 LBS. THE CARTRIDGE ASSY. IS A LRU WHICH IS PART OF THE RUDDER CONTROL AND NOSE GEAR STEERING SYSTEM.

This information is crucial for bidders to understand the exact component being procured, its specifications, and its role within a larger system. It aids in determining if their capabilities align with the requirements for this specific item.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DI-SESS-80776B, is a Data Item Description (DID) that specifies the format, content, and intended use for a Technical Data Package (TDP) deliverable. It supports the acquisition, production, inspection, engineering, and logistics of an item by defining its design, configuration, performance requirements, and procedures.

The TDP is intended to be clear, complete, and accurate, providing an adequate form for its intended use. It consists of applicable technical data, including but not limited to:

• Models, drawings, and associated lists
• Engineering design data (conceptual, developmental, product, commercial, special inspection equipment, special tooling, special packaging)
• Specifications
• Software documentation
• Quality Assurance Provisions (QAPs)
• Details of unique processes, performance ratings, dimensional and tolerance data, critical manufacturing processes, and assembly sequences
• Toleranced input/output characteristics, diagrams, mechanical/electrical connections, physical characteristics, material identification, inspection/test/evaluation criteria, equipment calibration, quality assurance requirements, hardware marking, certifications, special inspections, environmental/operational/functional testing, vendor substantiation data, and software programming requirements.

This DID outlines the specific technical data requirements that a contractor may be required to deliver as part of a contract. Bidders should review the detailed requirements within this document to understand the scope and nature of the technical documentation they may need to produce or provide, particularly concerning engineering design data and associated lists as defined by MIL-STD-31000B.

Other / Unclassified

This memorandum establishes the Justification for Qualification Requirements (JQR) for a large number of 848th managed items. The JQR is effective until June 3, 2031, and was synopsized on sam.gov on June 27, 2024. The associated documents, including the JQR-RQR-848 (Final-Redacted), RQR-848, and the JQR-RQR-848 Master Item List, are available via the sam.gov synopsis.

This memorandum also serves as a placeholder within PRPS for Qualification Requirement (QR) activity on the National Item Identification Number (NIIN) or Purchase Instrument Line Item (PILI) checklist. It replaces the typical upload of a JQR/QR for a specific NIIN, as the master documents are not tied to a single item or group of items on a Purchase Request.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it outlines the qualification requirements for a significant number of managed items. Understanding these requirements is crucial for vendors seeking to qualify for opportunities related to these items. The expiration date of the JQR and the availability of associated documents via sam.gov are key details for bidders to note.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DI-MGMT-80503, is a Data Item Description (DID) that outlines the format and content preparation instructions for the "Report of Shipping (Item) and Packaging Discrepancy" (SF 364). It is used by contractors to notify the Government when freight contents do not align with shipping documents. The report serves to support adjustments to property and financial inventory accounting records and to provide a basis for claims.

• Format: Information is to be provided on Standard Form (SF) 364.
• Content: Details include identifying shipping vs. packaging discrepancies, date of preparation, report number, sender and receiver information, transportation document details, invoice information, item nomenclature, quantities shipped/billed and received, and discrepancy details (quantity, unit price, total cost, and discrepancy code).
• Remarks: A section for supplemental information, explanation of discrepancies, probable cause, and suggested corrective action.
• Action Codes: Specifies the requested action from the government.
• Funding and Accounting Data: Required for packaging discrepancies to facilitate accounting adjustments.

This document specifies a reporting requirement for contractors. Bidders should understand that if they encounter discrepancies between shipped goods and documentation, or issues with packaging upon receipt of Government materiel during contract performance, they will be required to complete and submit this SF 364 form. The instructions detail the specific information needed, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the Government.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DD Form 1653, provides detailed transportation data for solicitations. It outlines the terms of sale (F.O.B. Origin), freight classification, and marking of shipments. It also includes critical instructions for contractors regarding access to the Procurements Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for vendor transportation instructions and shipping documentation.

• Purchase Instrument Number & Date: FD20302501951-00, dated 18 DEC 2025.
• F.O.B. Terms: Recommended as best suited for this procurement is F.O.B. Origin.
• FAR Citations: Includes 52.247-29, 52.247-53, and 47.305-10.
• Vendor Transportation Instructions: Emphasizes the need to access PIEE for regulatory clearances and shipping documentation, warning against moving freight before obtaining instructions to avoid frustration and additional expenditures.
• Transportation Funds Information: Details the Purchase Instrument Line LOA and First Destination Transportation Account Code.
• Item/Ship To(s): Lists multiple ship-to locations, primarily DLA Distribution at Tinker AFB, OK, with associated NSNs and Purchase Instrument Line Item Numbers (0001, 0002, 0003).
• Contact Information: Provides contact details for transportation data.

This form is crucial for bidders to understand the shipping terms, required procedures for obtaining transportation instructions, and the designated delivery locations. Adherence to the PIEE access and shipping instruction requirements is mandatory to avoid potential penalties and ensure smooth logistics upon award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Data Item Description (DID) for the Contract Depot Maintenance (CDM) Monthly Production Report. It specifies the format, content, and intended use of the data deliverable required from contractors performing depot-level maintenance.

• Report Title: CONTRACT DEPOT MAINTENANCE (CDM) MONTHLY PRODUCTION REPORT
• Number: DI-PSSS-81995A
• Content: The report requires information provided by the Production Management Specialist (PMS) and the Contractor, covering the status and accountability of assets at the contractor facility, performance to schedule, anticipated production for the next month, and a summary of unresolved problems.
• Sections:
  • Part I: Includes blocks for PMS details, Contractor details, contract information, Government Point of Contact, and detailed reporting on item identification, quantities on contract, reparables received, miscellaneous received, reparables on hand, inducted items, items awaiting parts, quantity produced, serviceables on hand, serviceables shipped, condemned quantities, miscellaneous shipped/condemned, and next month's production forecast.
  • Part II: A Production Summary is required only if the previously reported forecast was not shipped, the current forecast differs from the scheduled quantity, or the Contractor anticipates future production problems.
• Format: The report is to be in a specific table format (Table I).
• Due Date: Within 10 business days of the previous month's last calendar date.

This DID outlines a mandatory reporting requirement for contractors involved in Contract Depot Maintenance. Bidders should review this document to understand the specific data and reporting cadence expected for monthly production status, asset accountability, and performance tracking. This will impact proposal preparation and ongoing contract management.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DI-MGMT-80441D, is a Data Item Description (DID) that specifies the format, content, and intended use for a Government Property (GP) Inventory Report. This report is required for contracts where the Government furnishes property (GFP) or the contractor acquires property (CAP).

• The report must be submitted in an electronic .xls or .xlsx compatible format.
• The report shall include the following column headers:
  • Contract Number
  • Agency or Service Asset Identification Number (GFP Only)
  • Contractor Asset Identification Number
  • Item Description
  • Manufacturer Part Number
  • Manufacturer Model Number
  • Manufacturer Serial Number
  • National Stock Number (NSN) (if applicable)
  • Quantity
  • Unit of Measure
  • Unit Acquisition Cost
  • Unique Item Identifier (if registered in the IUID Registry; GFP only)
  • Asset Location
  • Asset Sub-Location (if applicable)
  • Type of Government Property (GFP or CAP)
  • Classification of Government Property (e.g., COMSEC, EQP, MAT, STE, ST)
  • Date of Last Physical Inventory
  • Federal Condition Code

Bidders should use this document to understand the specific requirements for reporting government property. This includes the format and all the detailed data fields that must be included in the inventory report, which will be a deliverable under the contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, a Data Item Description (DID) titled "Production Surge Plan" (DI-MGMT-80969), outlines the required format and content for a contractor's plan to rapidly accelerate and sustain production in a peacetime acquisition environment. It is applicable to contracts requiring a production surge capability for select critical items.

• Maximum Sustainable Production Rate: Includes a monthly buildup schedule and consideration of subcontractor/vendor capabilities.
• Lists of Items: Identifies subcontracted and non-subcontracted items/components, including nomenclature, part number, leadtime, and production buildup of long-leadtime, critical, or pacing items. Subcontractor/vendor details must be included.
• List of Contracts: Details Government contracts at the contractor's facility with a production surge provision, including contract number, items, and assigned priorities.
• Impact Analysis: Describes the potential impact of surging this contract on other Government contracts and the contractor's commercial business.
• Labor Requirements: Identifies additional skilled labor needed to support the maximum sustainable production rate.
• Materials List: Lists strategic or critical materials, precious metals, quantities, costs, and potential substitute materials required for surge production.
• Production Equipment List: Details tooling, equipment, and costs that could increase surge production rate capability or reduce leadtime by at least 10 percent.

This DID specifies the content required for a Production Surge Plan. Bidders responding to opportunities requiring this plan must understand these requirements to prepare a compliant and comprehensive submission. It details what information the government needs to assess a contractor's ability to rapidly increase production capacity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Item Unique Identification (IUID) Checklist, detailing requirements for marking items in accordance with DFARS 252.211.7003 and MIL-STD-130. It serves as a checklist for ensuring proper IUID marking procedures are followed.

• IUID Details: Specifies that Section (c)(1)(i) applies to the item requiring IUID marking.
• Item Requiring IUID Marking: Includes NSN (1680002493833RK), Noun (CYLINDER ASSEMBLY,R), Version Number (6), Initiator information, Commercial Phone, and CAGE/Reference Numbers (76301/68A640033-1003, 76301/68A640033-1004).
• Marking Guidance: States that marking is to be performed in accordance with the latest version of MIL-STD-130, with specific guidance referencing Engineering Drawing / ECP / ECO and TO 4SA10-4-3.
• Embedded Items: Section (c)(1)(iii) applies to embedded items, with fields for NSN, Noun, CAGE/Reference Number, Marking Guidance, Marking Type, Description/Location, Remarks, and Attachments.
• Remarks: Includes a note to "Mark item IAW instructions provided in TO 4SA10-4-3" and is dated May 19, 2025.

Bidders should review this checklist to understand the specific requirements for Unique Item Identification (IUID) marking on the items being procured. This includes understanding the NSN, CAGE codes, and the specific technical guidance (MIL-STD-130, TO 4SA10-4-3) that must be followed for marking. Failure to comply with IUID marking requirements can impact contract performance and payment.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies various data items required from the contractor. It outlines the specific reports, plans, and other documentation that must be submitted throughout the contract lifecycle.

Each data item listed includes:

• Data Item Number (e.g., A001, A002)
• Title of Data Item (e.g., Commercial Asset Visibility (CAV) Reporting, Contract Depot Maintenance (CDM) Monthly Production Report)
• Subtitle (e.g., CFM End Item Reporting, CDM Production Monthly Status Report)
• Authority for the requirement
• Contract Reference (e.g., SOW)
• Frequency of submission (e.g., Daily, Monthly, Annually, As Required)
• Submission deadlines and dates
• Distribution information (addressee, copies)
• Remarks providing specific instructions or context.

This CDRL is critical for bidders to understand the reporting and documentation obligations associated with the contract. It details the specific deliverables beyond the core service or product, including:

• CAV AF Reporting: For F-15 Cylinder Assembly, requiring daily reporting of supply or maintenance transactions.
• CDM Monthly Production Report: For F-15 Cylinder Assembly, detailing monthly production status.
• Government Property Inventory Report: Annual reporting of government property.
• Production Surge Plan: A plan to address increased demand during surge events.
• Shipping/Packaging Discrepancy Report (SF-364): For reporting discrepancies upon receipt of items.
• Technical Data Package (TDP): Required 18 months after contract award.

Bidders must review these requirements to assess their capability to meet the documentation and reporting demands, which can impact proposal pricing and overall contract performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines specific packaging and marking requirements for items related to the opportunity. It references MIL-STD-129 (Standard Practice for Military Marking) and MIL-STD-2073-1 (Standard Practice for Military Packaging).

• Wood Packaging Material (WPM) Restrictions: Details requirements for WPM, emphasizing compliance with United Nations-implemented restrictions concerning invasive species like the Pinewood Nematode. WPM must be constructed from debarked wood and undergo heat treatment (HT) to 56 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes, with certification/marking required by an accredited agency recognized by the American Lumber Standards Committee (ALSC).
• Packaging Data: Includes fields for "No Packaging Data Required" for certain items, as well as specific coded data for other items, detailing preservation levels, packaging levels, and unit pack dimensions (weight, length, width, depth, cube).
• Marking Requirements: Specifies that shipping containers must be marked according to MIL-STD-129 and may include additional requirements such as unit serial numbers, OEM name, or OEM model number as specified on AFMC Form 158.

Bidders must carefully review these packaging and marking instructions to ensure compliance. Failure to adhere to these standards could impact the acceptance and delivery of goods. The document provides specific technical requirements for packaging materials and methods, which may influence procurement decisions and fulfillment processes.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DI-MGMT-81838, outlines the requirements for Commercial Asset Visibility (CAV) Reporting. The CAV application is a web-based system used to track Government-owned reparable assets at contractor repair facilities. This Data Item Description (DID) provides the format and content preparation instructions for the data product generated by this task.

• Format: Transactions are processed via the World Wide Web. Input formats and methodology are detailed in the Contract Statement of Work.
• Content: The contractor must report various transactions, status code changes, and report types as described in the Contract Statement of Work. These include:
  • Receipt of Asset (On Contract, Not on Contract, Procurement, "A" Condition, Rotable Pool, Loaned Asset)
  • Inductions
  • Items Awaiting Parts
  • Re-inductions
  • Completions
  • Shipments (Bulk, Proof of Shipment)
  • Items Beyond Economic Repair (BER), Survey/Scrap Items
  • Reversals
  • Report of Discrepancies
  • Print DD Form 1348's
  • Print Material Movement Documents
  • Print CAV Inventory Labels
  • Print Item Action Reports
  • Print Repair History Reports
  • Print Condition Code Reports
  • Print Awaiting Parts Report
  • Print Proof of Shipment Reports
  • Perform Item Maintenance
  • Print Report of Discrepancies (RODs)
  • Add and Delete Carriers

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific data reporting requirements for managing Government-owned assets during the repair cycle. It details the types of transactions and reports that must be submitted through the CAV system, directly impacting how contractors will manage and track assets and what information they need to provide.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a GFP (Government-Furnished Property) Attachment, specifically a "Contract Award" type. It details a provisioned item that is part of a contract.

• Provisioned Item: Line Number 001
• Item Name: CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, Remanufacture
• Item Description: FD2030250195 1-00 1680-249-00-3833
• NSN: 168024900383
• Quantity: 40
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Use As-Is: True
• Upgradable: Yes
• Serially Managed: Yes
• Attachment Date: 2025-08-19

This attachment identifies specific Government-Furnished Property (GFP) that is part of a contract award. Bidders should review this to understand what property is being provided or managed under the contract, which may impact their planning, execution, and reporting requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the remanufacture of F-15 Rudder and Nose Gear Steering Cartridge Assembly. It is a 5-year Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The government anticipates adequate price competition, thus certified cost or pricing data is not required at the time of proposal. However, this may be requested if adequate price competition is not determined.

• Remanufacture of F-15 Rudder and Nose Gear Steering Cartridge Assembly.

• Restore the end item to a like-new condition.

• Accomplish all necessary packing and preservation and packaging.

• Work must be completed in accordance with specified requirements, technical orders, and any "Over and Above" requests.

• Item Unique Identification (IUID) marking is required.

• Specific marking instructions are provided in TO 4SA10-4-3.

• Contract Type: 5-Year Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: 5 years.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but it is a small business set-aside.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Price Only, as the sole evaluated factor.

• Offerors must complete Blocks 13 and 27 of the SF1447.

• Proposals must be compliant with all solicitation requirements, terms, conditions, representations, and certifications.

• Price reasonableness and balance will be evaluated. Unbalanced pricing may lead to ineligibility for award.

• Offerors must provide evidence of qualification in accordance with RFO 52.209-1.

• Submission Deadline: June 3, 2026, 1:00 PM.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Interested vendors not previously qualified must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package to the Tinker AFB Small Business Office.

• Availability of funds is contingent upon appropriation.

• Technical data requests must be submitted via email to Morgan McGarity.

• Drawings can be accessed via A-Team using DD Form 2875.

• An Ombudsman is available for concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations.