Aircraft Wash Services
Overview
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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, specifically the 6th Contracting Squadron (6 CONS PK), is soliciting proposals for Aircraft Wash Services at MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), Tampa, FL. This is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, 100% set-aside for Small Businesses. The services aim to maintain aircraft readiness and prevent corrosion for KC-135/46 aircraft. Proposals are due January 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide non-personal services including personnel, equipment, tools, and supervision for comprehensive aircraft wash and corrosion control. Key tasks involve:
- Exterior washing and interior cleaning (relief facilities, battery compartments, galleys).
- Pre-wash preparation (masking, chocking) and post-wash configuration.
- Lubrication and inspection tasks in accordance with Department of Air Force Instructions (DAFI) and Technical Orders (T.O.s).
- Documentation of all maintenance actions in the aircraft maintenance information system (MIS), GO81, or IMDS.
- Coordination with Airfield Management, Maintenance Operations Control Center (MOC), and Plans and Scheduling (P&S).
- Services are mission-essential and may be required on an extended basis (up to 24 hours a day) during declared crises.
- Estimated annual wash volume is up to 24 aircraft per month, with 260 washes funded in the initial task order.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).
- Period of Performance: March 26, 2026, to March 25, 2031, with a six-month option extending to September 25, 2031.
- Place of Performance: MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, FL.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (100%).
- NAICS Code: 488190 (Aircraft Maintenance and Repair Services), with a $40M size standard.
- Wage Determination: Compliance with WD # 2015-4571, Rev. 28 dated 12/03/2025, for Florida counties of Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas, is mandatory.
- Incumbent: Starlight Corporation (FA481420D0004).
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Simplified Acquisition Proposal Request (SAPR) under FAR Part 13.
- Proposal Submission Deadline: January 15, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
- Questions Deadline: January 5, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to Owen Harris (owen.harris.2@us.af.mil) AND Melissa Biggar (melissa.biggar@us.af.mil). The subject line must include the SAPR number FA481426Q0002. Late proposals will not be accepted.
- Evaluation: Best value tradeoff, where Technical Approach (Transition Plan, Staffing Plan, Technical Experience) is more important than Price.
- Requirements: Proposals must address potential Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI), include a cover letter with a minimum 90-day acceptance period, and comply with the specified Wage Determination.
- Site Visit: Not held.
- SAM Registration: Required for award.
Key Documents
Bidders should review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for detailed requirements, the Pricing Worksheet for cost structure, and the Questions and Answers document for clarifications on wash quantities, GFE, security clearances, and other operational details. The Applicable Provisions and Clauses document outlines the contractual terms.