Request for Information - F-15 ENGINE FUEL HYDRAULIC DISPLAY DEPOT ACTIVATION CAPABILITIES
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 AFLCMC/WAQK F15, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought for F-15 Engine Fuel Hydraulic Display Depot Activation Capabilities. This RFI aims to gather industry input for acquisition planning to support the F-15EX program's Long-Term Support Strategy, focusing on improving supply chain efficiencies and material availability for Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and subcomponents. The primary focus is on the repair and maintenance of the F-15EX's "Priority Valve." Responses are due February 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFI seeks information to establish organic depot activation capabilities for the F-15EX program, particularly for the "Priority Valve," a specialized hydraulic control device. The effort may involve leveraging existing F-15 legacy assets and potentially require the design, build, or purchase of Specialized Test Equipment (STE), Test Program Sets (TPS), and Interface Test Adapters (ITAs).
Key Information Requested from Industry
- Solutions for organically repairing Depot Activation components.
- Approaches to address Technical Data (TD), data rights, and Intellectual Property (IP) rights.
- Information on cost, schedule, and performance for Depot Activation components.
- Most efficient contracting solutions and current contractor holdings.
- White Papers detailing systems, corporate overview, and qualifications for hardware/software development related to Depot Activation.
Submission Details
- Submit unclassified White Papers (CUI acceptable).
- Include a Cover Sheet, Company Information (incorporation date, size, history, contact details, DUNS, Cage Code), and Point of Contact.
- Clearly identify and mark any proprietary information.
- A statement of intent to respond is due within 14 calendar days of posting.
- Responses are due 14 calendar days after posting, which is February 25, 2026.
Eligibility & Restrictions
- Foreign participation is not authorized.
- Export Control regulations (ITAR, EAR) apply; a Certified DD Form 2345 is required.
- The small business size standard for NAICS code 334511 is 1,350 employees. Respondents should indicate their socioeconomic classification.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: February 25, 2026
- Published: February 11, 2026
Points of Contact
- Technical Questions: Jeffrey Hubbard (Jeffrey.hubbard.4@us.af.mil)
- Contracting Questions: Laura Harr (laura.harr@us.af.mil)
Additional Notes
Costs incurred in response to this RFI will not be reimbursed. Respondents may not receive feedback after review. Capable respondents may be invited to an Industry Day.