RFI: B-52H/B-1B ASQ-184 and AYQ-10 Fire Control Computers

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance-based Work Statement (PWS) describes the services and materials required for essential depot-level repair of the AN/ASQ-184 and AN/AYQ-10 LRUs (Line Replaceable Units). These systems are critical components for the B-1 and B-52 aircraft, respectively, providing defensive management and fire control functions.

• Repair Services: The contractor shall fault isolate, repair, test, and package unserviceable assets. This includes tracking and resolving items affected by Product Quality Deficiency Reports (PQDRs).

• Specific Systems: The services cover the AN/ASQ-184 Defensive Management System and the AN/AYQ-10 Central Fire Computer.

• National Stock Numbers (NSNs): The effort pertains to NSNs: 1280-01-512-1505, 1280-01-619-1370, and 1280-01-514-5459.

• Reporting: The contractor must provide timely and accurate reporting in the Commercial Asset Visibility Air Force (CAVAF) system.

• Quality of Repair: No more than one PQDR or QDR per contract year.

• Delivery of Repair: Routine repairs require delivery within 30 calendar days After Receipt of Asset (ARO). MICAP and Surge deliveries require 15 calendar days after notification.

• Late Deliveries: No more than 1 late delivery per quarter.

• CAV-AF Reporting: Production data and actions conducted for each unit must be reported as they occur, with monthly GFM and Production reports due within 5 business days of month-end, and annual inventory reports due within 7 calendar days of the reporting period.

• Quality Management System (QMS): 100% compliance with the QMS is required.

• Period: A basic one-year period after contract award, plus four 12-month ordering periods, and an optional six-month extension.

• Place: Lockheed Martin, Rotary and Mission Systems Facility, Owego, NY 13827. Services will be performed at the Contractor's facility.

• Government Property: The contractor is responsible for government property in accordance with FAR Part 45 and must maintain records and report loss or return of Government-Furnished Property (GFP).

• Obsolete Parts: The contractor must notify the government of obsolete parts and recommend solutions.

• Cannibalization: Authorized to retain condemned items for use in repairs, with replacement parts to be sourced as available.

• Counterfeit Prevention: Must establish and maintain a counterfeit electronic part detection and avoidance system.

• Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM): Must identify, assess, plan for, and mitigate supply chain risks, including developing a SCRM plan and a Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).

• Cybersecurity: Must develop and implement a cybersecurity protection plan for supply chain information.

• Packaging: Material must be packaged and marked in accordance with specified military standards and DoD regulations.

• Quality System: Must adhere to ISO 9001:2000/ANSI/ASQC Q92 standards.

• Safety: Must comply with government safety and health regulations and submit a Safety and Health Plan.

Request for Information (RFI) / Market Research

This document is a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research for potential sources capable of providing depot-level test and repair services for the B-52H/B-1B ASQ-184 and AYQ-10 Fire Control Computers (FCCs). The government is seeking to identify companies with the necessary expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements. This RFI is for informational planning and budgetary forecasting and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or an intent to award a contract.

• ASQ-184 Fire Control Computer: A defensive management system for the B-1 bomber.

• AYQ-10 Fire Control Computer: A ballistics computer for the B-52 bomber.

• National Stock Numbers (NSN) and Part Numbers (PN):

  • 1280-01-512-1505, P/N 214A000-11
  • 1280-01-619-1370, P/N 214A000-15
  • 1280-01-514-5459, P/N 240A950-3

• The Avionics Control Unit (ACU) is currently repaired by Lockheed Martin (OEM).

• The government does not own the technical data required for organic repair or to compete repair.

• Acquiring this data is uneconomical due to cost of purchase or reverse engineering.

• No samples are available for evaluation.

• Lockheed Martin is identified as the sole source for repair.

Respondents are asked to complete a detailed survey covering:

• Business Information: Company details, NAICS code, and business size classifications.

• General Capability: Facility capabilities, staff composition, management structure, and past project experience.

• Repair Experience: Specific experience in repairing ASQ-184 & AYQ-10, handling classified material, and current capacity.

• Repair Processes: Configuration management, fit/form/function issue resolution, inventory management, and addressing absence of technical data.

• Commerciality: Catalog/market prices, workforce usage for government/commercial, and warranty/return processes.

• Continuity of Operations & Cybersecurity: COOP plans, mitigation strategies, customer notifications, transportation, traceability, asset management, financial stability, and disruption history.

• Foreign Influence: Affiliations with foreign entities, foreign nationals, FOCI, overseas functions, and risk management.

• Cybersecurity: Information systems security policies, unauthorized access prevention, cloud security, DFARS compliance, COTS vendor management, software upgrades, vulnerability assessments, monitoring strategies, and NIST SP800-171 compliance.

• Written responses are required (no faxes or emails).

• Responses must be received no later than close of business 23 February 2026.

• Email responses to: samonzy.wiggins@us.af.mil

• Questions should be addressed to Samonzy Wiggins, Program Manager, via email.

• Both large and small businesses are encouraged.

• Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

• Companies should identify any work areas suitable for Small Business set-aside.

• Participation in this survey does not guarantee future participation in solicitations or contract awards.

• No reimbursement for expenses incurred in participation.

• The contract action is anticipated to result in repair coverage with a period of performance of five (5) years (one year basic and four ordering periods).

• The sustainment life cycle for the ACU is expected to run through 2050.