Repair of the C-130 Pressure Altimeter NSN 6610-01-212-6464
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Air Force is issuing a Presolicitation for the repair of C-130 Pressure Altimeters (NSN 6610-01-212-6464). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The solicitation, FA811726R0013, is expected to be posted on or about June 23, 2026, with proposals due by July 23, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) requires a contractor to provide all labor, facilities, equipment, and materials to remanufacture C-130 Pressure Altimeters, returning them to a serviceable condition. The work involves comprehensive disassembly, cleaning, inspection, maintenance, re-assembly, testing, and finishing actions. Repairs must adhere to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications or specific technical orders, with any non-conforming component parts replaced at the contractor's expense. The scope also includes alignment, adjustment, calibration, testing, movement, storage, and status reporting.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (leading to a Solicitation)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: Multi-year contract, including a 1-year base period and nine 1-year option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility (implied)
- Solicitation Number: FA811726R0013
Key Requirements & Performance Standards
Contractors must possess necessary repair capabilities, technical data, and license agreements. Performance will be measured against objectives such as:
- Quality Product: No more than 3% deficiency reports annually.
- Delivery Performance: 100% on-time delivery.
- Data Reporting: 100% of reports furnished on time. A quality system compliant with ISO 9001:2015 is required. Special requirements include Initial Production Evaluation (IPE) for non-OEMs, Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), Foreign Influence (FOCI) disclosure, obsolescence notification, cybersecurity protection, counterfeit prevention, and prohibition of lead (Pb)-free electronics. Extensive reporting and configuration management are also mandated.
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about June 23, 2026
- Solicitation Close Date: July 23, 2026
- Submission Method: Written procedures; electronic requests are acceptable. No telephone requests.
- Qualification: Vendors not previously qualified must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package.
- Evaluation: All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation.
- Contact: Primary: Aczavius Smith (aczavius.smith@us.af.mil), Secondary: Nathan R. Sholund (nathan.sholund@us.af.mil).
Additional Notes
Unique Item Identification (IUID) requirements apply if the unit price exceeds $5,000. An Ombudsman is available for concerns during the proposal development phase, but not for solicitation requests.