REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL - E-3 DRAGON
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, through its FA8539 AFSC PZABA office, is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of Control Mode Selectors (Part Number 69-37369-305, NSN 5826-01-717-5972 DR) for repair, specifically for the E-3 DRAGON system. This is an Unrestricted acquisition, seeking proposals for a Firm Fixed Price contract. Proposals are due by July 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Scope of Work & Requirements
The primary requirement is the repair of "Control Mode Selectors." Key technical requirements include:
- Item Unique Identification (IUID) and physical item markings compliant with MIL-STD-130.
- Adherence to Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements.
- Packaging Requirements: Strict compliance with United Nations restrictions on Wood Packaging Material (WPM), mandating debarked and heat-treated wood (HT to 56°C for 30 minutes) with ALSC-recognized certification. Packaging and marking must follow MIL-STD-129 (Revision R) and MIL-STD-2073-1 (Revision E).
- Transportation Requirements: DD Form 1653 outlines recommended F.O.B. Origin terms, specific FAR citations (e.g., 52.247-29, 52.247-52, 52.247-53, 47.305-10), and mandatory access to the Procurements Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for clearances and documentation. Ship-to locations include Robins AFB and DLA Distribution Warner Robins.
- Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs): The contract includes detailed reporting obligations (e.g., A001, A002, A003) for various aspects such as Commercial Asset Visibility Air Force (CAVAF) End Item Reporting, Annual Government Property Inventory, Contract Depot Maintenance (CDM) Production, and Production Surge Plans. These reports have specified frequencies (daily, monthly, annually) and submission methods (email, CAV AF website, CICA XML).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
- Period of Performance: Delivery is expected within 90 calendar days of award for most line items.
- Estimated Value: The RFP lists a "Total Award Amount" of $218,650.00, which is noted as a placeholder or initial estimate.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Product/Service Code: 5826 (Radio Navigation Equipment, Airborne).
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: July 6, 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Proposal Submission: Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30j of the solicitation.
- Evaluation Criteria: Not explicitly detailed in the provided sections.
Additional Notes
The solicitation references several associated documents, including "DATA Exhibit A" (IAW PWS-CDRLs: A001-A004) and other exhibits (B, C, D, E). Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated. Primary Contact: Kizmet Hall, kizmet.hall@us.af.mil, 7303267531.