Repair of B-2 Transponder Set, NSN: 5895-01-383-4052FW

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) defines the repair requirements for the Transponder set, NSN: 5895-01-383-4052FW.

• The work includes disassembly, cleaning, inspection, maintenance, reassembly, testing, and finishing actions to return the Transponder set to a serviceable condition.

• The contractor must possess the necessary repair capabilities, including technical data and license agreements.

• Teardown, Test and Evaluate (TT&E): The contractor will perform TT&E on each Transponder set and provide a proposal detailing required repairs and costs. This proposal will be evaluated by the Government before repair authorization.

• Repair: Units will be returned to a serviceable condition using contractor acceptance testing procedures.

• No Fault Found (NFF): Units that initially pass contractor acceptance tests are considered NFF.

• Item Unique Identification (IUID): A system for establishing unique item identifiers within the DoD.

• Material Lay In: Material with a lead time greater than 6 months, used to reduce lead time for ordered units. This is considered contractor-acquired property.

• Over and Above Work: Work discovered during overhaul, maintenance, or repair that is within the general scope but not covered by the basic line item, and is necessary for satisfactory completion. Requires a Government work request and approval.

• Repair and Calibration of Special Test Equipment (STE): Contractor shall provide routine and preventative maintenance, repair, and calibration of STE.

• Quality Program and Inspection System Requirements: Contractor must establish and maintain a quality system.

• Deficiency Reports (PQDR): Contractor must comply with ACO directions for PQDRs and develop a Teardown Deficiency Report (TDR) within 90 calendar days of receipt of an end-item.

• Quality Acceptance and Processing: Contractor shall support DCMA quality acceptance inspections and ensure end items are delivered defect-free.

• Shipping Documentation: Specific tags (Tested OK, Unserviceable, Suspended) must be attached to serviceable end-items.

• Mission Essential Contractor Services: Contractor must prepare for continuation of essential DoD services during crisis.

Not explicitly stated in this section, but implied to be at the contractor's facility.

• Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP): Contractor must establish policies and procedures to avoid, detect, mitigate, and disposition counterfeit electronic parts.

• Parts Control Program: Contractor must maintain a parts control program, ensuring parts meet or exceed original requirements.

• Lead (Pb) Free Electronics: Use of lead solder and components must comply with IPC J-STD-609. Mixing of incompatible metals is prohibited.

• Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS): Not requiring Class 1 ODS; suitable substitutes are authorized with notification to the PCO.

• Safety and Health: Contractor must comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Mishap notifications are required for damage to government property.

• Manpower Reporting: Contractor must report all labor hours via SAM.gov.

• Surge: Contractor must be willing to meet and sustain unplanned spikes in demand and provide a surge plan.

• Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM): Contractor must provide a comprehensive SCRM plan addressing continuity of operations, foreign influence, and cybersecurity.

• Attachment A – END ITEMS: Lists the National Stock Numbers and Part Numbers for the end items.

• Attachment B – DEFINITIONS: Provides definitions for terms used in the PWS.

• Attachment C – APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS: Lists relevant USAF Technical Orders, Military Specifications, Standards, Handbooks, Government Standards, Industry Publications, Forms, and Air Force Manuals.

Various reports are required, including CAVAF/GFM Report, Contract Depot Maintenance Production Report, Government Property Inventory Report, Counterfeit Prevention Plan, Status Reports, and others, with specified frequencies (e.g., Monthly, Annually, As Required).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a synopsis for a contemplated firm-fixed-price (FFP) requirements contract for the repair of the B-2 Transponder Set (NSN: 5895-01-383-4052FW). The contract will be issued by the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) at Tinker AFB, OK.

• Repair of B-2 Transponder Set (NSN: 5895-01-383-4052FW, Part Number: 159000-7).

• Includes line items for Repair, Over & Above, Data & Reports, Surge, Material Lay-In, and Repair Management.

• Predominant materials of manufacture include machined alloy chassis, top cover, circuit cards, transmitter, power supply, screws, and gasket.

• Technical data package will not be furnished by the government.

• Qualification Requirement: Yes.

• Delivery schedule varies by line item, with early delivery being acceptable.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: 3-Year Basic with one (1) 2-Year Option period and a 6-Month Extension.

• PoP begins on contract award and ends on government acceptance.

• Destination: FOB Origin, Tinker AFB, OK.

• The request for quotation will be posted on the Government-Wide Point of Entry (GPE), SAM.gov.

• This acquisition will follow FAR Part 15 procedures.

• Anticipated Solicitation Issue Date: April 06, 2026.

• Anticipated Solicitation Closing Date: May 06, 2026.

• Questions are to be submitted in writing via E-mail and will be posted with responses.

• This requirement is not set aside for small business or any other socioeconomic concerns, as two or more small businesses capable of performing are not available.

• Offerors must specify their business size (large, small, small disadvantaged, 8(a), women-owned, HUBZone, veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned) and ownership (U.S. or foreign-owned).

• There is one approved source for the repair: Associated Aircraft Manufacturing and Sales, Inc. (CAGE: 56540).

• The government is utilizing FAR 6.302-1 due to only one responsible source possessing the necessary data, expertise, tools, and trained personnel.

• All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation.

• Electronic procedures will be used for the solicitation; no telephone requests.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies various data items and reporting requirements for a contractor. It outlines the deliverables, submission frequencies, and authorities for each data item related to the "B-2/Transponder Set" system under contract FD20302502042.

Each entry in the CDRL details a specific "Data Item No." (e.g., A001, A002, etc.) and its corresponding "Title of Data Item" (e.g., Commercial Asset Visibility Air Force (CAV AF)/Government Furnished Material Report, Contract Depot Maintenance (CDM) Monthly Production Report, etc.).

It also specifies:

• Authority for the data item
• Contract reference (typically the PWS)
• Requiring office
• Frequency of submission (e.g., Monthly, Annually, As Required)
• Submission deadlines (Date of First Submission, Subsequent Submission)
• Distribution statements (e.g., Distribution Statement D)
• Export control and destruction notices.

This CDRL is crucial for potential bidders as it defines the specific reports and documentation the contractor will be required to provide throughout the contract lifecycle. Understanding these requirements is essential for accurately estimating the effort and cost associated with contract performance and for ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Bidders should review each data item to understand the scope and frequency of reporting, as well as any specific formatting or submission instructions.