Wings & Fins Subassemblies
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 Department of the Air Force is issuing a presolicitation for the procurement of Wing and Fin Subassemblies for the AIM-120X and CATM-120X series Advanced Medium Range Air to Air Missiles (AMRAAM). This acquisition is planned as a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Source Selection under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The upcoming solicitation, FA8556-26-R-B013, will follow a single, inclusive process.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the fulfillment of various Wing and Fin Subassemblies, including:
- Wing Assembly, Guided Missile (01-396-0339)
- Fin, Guided Missile Assembly (01-397-0140)
- Fin, (AIM120/B) (01-364-8445)
- Wing, (AIM/CATM120/B) (01-332-5347)
- Fin, Missile-LT/CCM (01-295-3826)
- Fin Assy, CATM P3I (01-422-6767) The fulfillment requires initial investment, first article testing, and an extended period for manufacturing and production preparation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a future Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Source Selection.
- Competition: Full and Open Competition with a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Solicitation Number: FA8556-26-R-B013 (to be released in due time).
- Place of Performance: Warner Robins, GA.
- Waiver Submissions: For proven source classification, waivers must be received by the Government no later than ten (10) calendar days after the issuance of the final solicitation. The Government will provide a determination within five (5) calendar days of receiving all necessary information. Contractors are encouraged to submit waivers early.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Source Selection methodology. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to provide all required subassemblies without substantial duplication of costs.
Additional Notes
This notice serves as a synopsis for an upcoming solicitation. The acquisition strategy has been amended from a dual solicitation to a single, inclusive process. Detailed drawings of the AMRAAM wings and fins will be incorporated into the solicitation to foster competition. A Technical Data Package (TDP) will be made available upon solicitation release.