VDATS Ametek
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 402nd Software Engineering Group (SWEG) at Robins Air Force Base (AFB), GA, is soliciting on a sole-source basis to Ametek Programmable Power, Inc. for a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Requirements Contract. This opportunity is for the procurement of kits required to assemble the Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of kits necessary to assemble the VDATS. All items provided must be commercially available, standardized components, equipment, and software that meet the established VDATS configuration. This contract explicitly excludes development, engineering services, or integration support. The place of performance is Warner Robins, GA.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Requirements Contract.
- Period of Performance: The contract allows for orders to be issued for five (5) years from the effective date, with the overall contract period not exceeding 60 months. The ordering period is from June 15, 2026, to June 14, 2031.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (but explicitly sole-sourced to Ametek Programmable Power, Inc. in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1)).
- Product/Service Code: 4920 (Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment).
Submission & Evaluation
This requirement is being solicited on a sole-source basis to Ametek Programmable Power, Inc. in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements."
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the identified sole source (Ametek) in accordance with FAR 12.203 and FAR 15.403-1(c)(1). No comparative evaluation will be conducted.
- Submission Requirements (for Ametek): Offerors must review Section L for instructions on submitting limited financial responsibility information (2-3 indicators). Pricing instructions require 24 months of sales data (unredacted sales invoices) for each component part included in each kit.
- Offer Due Date: June 22, 2026, at 05:00 PM local time.
Key Documents & Contacts
- Solicitation Number: FA857926R0007
- An "AMETEK KIT LISTING" dated April 27, 2026, is attached, detailing parts and quantities for various kits.
- Primary Contact: Patrick Madan, Contract Specialist (patrick.madan.2@us.af.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Valerie Evans, Contracting Officer (valerie.evans.1@us.af.mil)