Wheel and Tire Containers Sources Sought
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 48th Contracting Squadron at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify companies capable of providing Wheel and Tire Containers for a Rapid Deployment Aircraft Wheel & Tire System (RDAWTS). This market research aims to gather feedback and identify potential sources for a future solicitation. Responses are due by March 31, 2026, at 13:30 London Time.
Purpose & Scope
This Request for Information (RFI) is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal request for proposal or quote. The objective is to develop and implement an RDAWTS to replace the current manual process for preparing and deploying aircraft wheels and tires within the 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) Mobility Readiness Space Packages (MRSP) program at RAF Mildenhall, UK. The system will support the missions of the 100th Air Refueling Wing (ARW) and 352nd Special Operations Wing (SOW).
The scope involves the development and implementation of the RDAWTS, including pre-fabricated, ruggedized kits for KC-135 and C-130 wheels and tires. Key features required for these containers include:
- Rapid Deployment Capabilities
- Enhanced Protection & Security
- Ergonomic Design & Safety
- Optimized Space Utilization (stackable and collapsible)
- Forklift Accessibility & Tie-Down Points
- Modular & Scalable design
Requirements & Specifications
Contractors must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, transportation, and safety equipment. Containers must meet specifications outlined in an attached Statement of Work (SOW) Appendix A (Salient Characteristics), comply with MIL-STD-1791 and ATTLA Air Transportation Certification, and include a minimum 12-month warranty. Detailed manufacturing drawings are required, and containers must be packaged for protection during shipping. Compliance with applicable UK Standards, OPSEC, and Safety reporting is mandatory. No Government Furnished Material (GFM) or Equipment (GFE) will be provided.
Response Guidelines
Interested companies are requested to provide:
- Confirmation of willingness and ability to provide the described containers, noting any conditions that might prevent quoting a formal solicitation.
- Descriptive literature.
- Firm's information (name, address, phone number, CAGE code, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)).
- Number of calendar days required to respond to a Request for Quote (RFQ).
- Identification of ambiguous or confusing language in the draft SOW.
Electronic responses should be sent to the primary POCs by Wednesday, March 31, 2026, at 13:30 London Time. Earlier submission is highly encouraged.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Product Service Code: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, 13:30 London Time (12:30 UTC)
- Published: March 17, 2026
Contact Information
- Primary: Amn Brandon Hampton (brandon.hampton.3@us.af.mil)
- Secondary: SrA Veronica Batista Velez (veronica.batista_velez@us.af.mil)