Tacan Radio Control Set
SOL #: FA852426R0007Pre-Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8524 AFSC PZAAA
ROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, United States
Place of Performance
Warner Robins, GA
NAICS
Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)
PSC
Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories (J016)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Jan 8, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jan 23, 2026, 6:00 PM
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 has issued a Presolicitation for a follow-on contract to provide repair services for the C-130 Radio Control Set (NSN 5826-01-439-2708LG, P/N 622-5147-002). This effort aims to return assets to serviceable condition, enhancing the readiness of the C-130J Fleet. The place of performance will be the contractor's facility. Responses are due by January 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for:
- Performing maintenance services and repair of recoverable items.
- Providing packaging, handling, storage, and transportation.
- Furnishing all necessary material, support equipment, tools, and test equipment, including calibration.
- Repairing and testing the Radio Control Set to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications.
- Tracking and resolving items affected by Quality Deficiency Reports (QDRs).
- Providing prompt and correct data reporting to the Commercial Asset Visibility Air Force (CAV-AF) system.
Performance Standards & Requirements
- Quality: A minimum of 95% of repaired assets must pass initial DCMA inspection, with the remaining 5% passing on the second attempt. No more than one (1) PQDR or QDR per contract year.
- Delivery: No more than one (1) late delivery per contract. Turnaround time for repair is typically 60 calendar days, with specific requirements for priority backorders (MICAP and Surge).
- Technical: Adherence to OEM proprietary technical data.
- Quality System: Contractor must establish an AS9100 compliant quality management system.
Contract Details
- Type: Presolicitation (for a future repair services contract).
- Duration: One basic ordering period with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Product Service Code: J016 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories).
- Place of Performance: Contractor's or subcontractor's facility.
Special Considerations
- Government Property: Contractor is responsible for managing government property in accordance with FAR.
- Identification: Item Unique Identification (IUID) is required for delivered items, including marking plans and reports.
- Risk Management: Establishment of a Counterfeit Electronic Parts detection and avoidance system and a Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) plan (addressing continuity, foreign influence, and cybersecurity).
- Security: Compliance with security regulations, OPSEC, and obtaining necessary security clearances.
- Packaging & Transportation: Strict adherence to WPM compliance (ISPM 15), MIL-STD-2073-1, and MIL-STD-129 marking standards. DD Form 1653 outlines transportation data, emphasizing coordination with DCMA Transportation.
- Data Reporting (CDRL): Extensive data submission requirements including GP Inventory, CAV, IUID, Production, GIDEP, and Accident/Incident reports.
- Wage Determination: A wage determination for "Electronics Mechanic" (WG-11, $30.78 - $35.85) is provided, impacting labor cost estimations.
Timeline & Contact
- Response Due: January 23, 2026, 6:00 PM EST.
- Published: January 8, 2026.
- Primary Contact: Teresa Smith (teresa.smith.16@us.af.mil).
People
Points of Contact
Teresa SmithPRIMARY
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Pre-Solicitation
Posted: Jan 8, 2026