Request for Information - F-15 ENGINE FUEL HYDRAULIC DISPLAY DEPOT ACTIVATION CAPABILITIES
Overview
Buyer
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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 is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought for F-15 Engine Fuel Hydraulic Display Depot Activation Capabilities. This market research aims to identify potential sources capable of providing depot-level support for the F-15EX Aircraft Cooling Turbine at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. Responses are due by February 25, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. The objective is to develop a Long-Term Support Strategy to improve supply chain efficiencies and material availability for F-15EX Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and their subcomponents. The Air Force seeks to identify capabilities for:
- Developing requirements, designing, building, and purchasing Specialized Test Equipment (STE), Test Program Sets (TPS), and Interface Test Adapters (ITAs) for depot-level hardware testing and repair.
- Repair and maintenance of the F-15EX's current Aircraft Cooling Turbine, including associated parts/spares and technical data rights.
- Developing a coordinated plan through the F-15EX Depot Maintenance Activation Working Group (DMAWG).
- Planning for the transition of support from contractor to Government organic depots.
- Providing training to USAF Maintenance Technicians on testing and repairing units under test.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit an unclassified White Paper (CUI acceptable) describing their system, corporate overview, and basic qualifications. The White Paper must include:
- A Cover Sheet.
- Company Information: Date of Incorporation, Years in Business, Number of Employees, Security Clearance, History, Location, Contact Info, DUNS, and CAGE Code.
- A designated single Point of Contact.
- Proprietary information must be clearly marked.
- Respondents must identify their socioeconomic classification (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, 8(a), SDB, WOSB, VOSB, SVOSB, HUBZone) based on NAICS code 334511.
Eligibility & Contacts
- Foreign participation is not authorized for prime contractors or subcontractors, with specific limitations on Foreign Nationals.
- Technical Questions: Jeffrey Hubbard (Jeffrey.hubbard.4@us.af.mil)
- Contracting Questions: Laura Harr (laura.harr@us.af.mil)
Important Notes
- This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to issue a solicitation.
- Costs incurred in response to this RFI will not be reimbursed.
- Information provided may be used for developing future acquisition strategies.
- Export Control regulations apply; a Certified DD Form 2345 may be required.