Repair of the C-130/ Pressure Altimeter
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 U.S. Air Force (422nd SCMS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for the repair and overhaul of the C-130 Pressure Altimeter (NSN: 6610-01-212-6464, P/N: 518-28007-921). This effort aims to identify capable sources and determine the potential for competitive or set-aside acquisition. Responses are due March 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, material, facilities, and equipment necessary to accomplish the repair, test, preservation, packaging, and return of completely serviceable C-130 Pressure Altimeter units. Key responsibilities include supply chain management, logistics, parts forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, reparable forecasting, and addressing obsolescence issues. The estimated repair requirement is for 15 basic units, with nine optional quantities of 15 units each, totaling up to 150 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Agency: Department of the Air Force, FA8117 AFSC PZABA
- Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK
- Product/Service Code: J016 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories)
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 23:00 UTC
- Published: February 2, 2026
Technical Data & Qualification Requirements
The government will not provide associated technical data; potential sources must independently acquire necessary technical data.
- Technical Orders (TOs): May be obtained through the Tinker AFB Public Sales Office. This process requires a valid DD Form 2345, company letterhead, justification, and a list of TO numbers, with a fee of $65 per approved TO and a 30-day processing time.
- Engineering Drawings: Can be requested using the "Request for Engineering Drawings" form, incurring a $30 administrative fee per line (minimum $150) and requiring a valid DD2345.
- Source Approval Request (SAR): Potential sources wishing to perform this requirement are REQUIRED to complete and submit a SAR package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (RQR-848). SAR packages detail technical data rights, quality assurance, and subject item technical data, and are submitted to the AFSC Small Business Office.
Submission & Eligibility
Interested sources should select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" and submit Part I Business Information by the due date to 422scms.rfi.responses@us.af.mil. This market research is open to all business sizes, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Hubzone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The NAICS Code is 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1250 employees. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.