Request for Information - F-15 Rudder Actuator Depot Activation Capabilities
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 (DEPT OF DEFENSE), specifically AFLCMC WAQK F15, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought for F-15 Rudder Actuator Depot Activation Capabilities. This market research aims to identify potential sources for developing a Long-Term Support Strategy to improve supply chain efficiencies, material availability, and the supplier base for F-15EX aircraft Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and subcomponents. The primary focus is on the repair and maintenance of the F-15EX Rudder Servoactuator. Responses are due by February 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFI seeks information on capabilities related to:
- Development and Acquisition: Identification, design, build, and purchase of Specialized Test Equipment (STE), Test Program Sets (TPS), and Interface Test Adapters (ITAs) for depot-level hardware testing and repair.
- F-15EX Rudder Actuator: Repair and maintenance of the F-15EX Rudder Servoactuator, including associated parts/spares and rights to technical data.
- Depot Stand-up: Development of a plan for depot stand-up, maximizing utilization of existing F-15 legacy capabilities.
- Training: Provision of training for USAF Maintenance Technicians on the test and repair of these units.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit an unclassified White Paper (CUI acceptable) that includes:
- Corporate Overview: Basic qualifications and information on hardware/software development projects related to Depot Activation.
- Company Information: Date of incorporation, years in business, number of employees, security clearance, history, location, contact details, DUNS#, and Cage Code.
- Point of Contact: Details for a primary contact.
- Supporting Documentation: Brochures and presentations are acceptable.
- Proprietary Information: Must be clearly identified and marked.
- Deadlines: A statement of intent to respond is due within 14 calendar days of posting (February 24, 2026), and full responses are also due February 24, 2026.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1,350 employees.
- Socioeconomic Classification: Companies should indicate their status (Large Business, Small Business, 8(a), SDB, WOSB, VOSB, SVOSB, HUBZone).
- Foreign Participation: Not authorized for prime contractors or subcontractors, with specific limitations on Foreign Nationals.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. The government is not obligated to issue a solicitation, and costs incurred in response will not be reimbursed. Information provided may be used to develop future acquisition strategies. Respondents may be invited to an Industry Day. Export Control (ITAR/EAR) applies, and a Certified DD Form 2345 may be required. Technical questions should be directed to Jeffrey Hubbard, and contracting questions to Laura Harr (laura.harr@us.af.mil). The place of performance is Wright Patterson AFB, OH.