This effort is to provide the tasks and support requirements for developing the prototype and qualification testing phase of the UT-1 universal towbar. Additional tasks to support tow simulation…

Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action

Contract number
FA857124C0043
Awardee
Awarding agency
Obligated
$3,056,981

Award facts

Contract value 100% obligated
$3,056,981.13 Current and potential, with all options
Completion date 100% complete
Current and potential, with all options
Contracting staff
Funding agency
AFLCMC Robins AFB Lifecycle Management Center, Department of Defense
NAICS code
541330 Engineering Services
Set-aside
Total Small Business
Competition
Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources · 1 offer Negotiated Proposal / Quote
Pricing
Firm Fixed Price
Place of performance
Warner Robins, GA 31098, USA

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Transactions

Action Obligated Date
Other Administrative Action P00003 $0
Supplemental Agreement for work within scope P00002 $0
Other Administrative Action P00001 $0
Original award $3,056,981

About this award

Engineering and Software System Solutions, Inc. (ES3), a woman-owned small business headquartered in San Diego, California, was awarded a $3.06 million firm fixed-price definitive contract by Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Robins Air Force Base on August 22, 2024. The contract, designated as a total small business set-aside, supports the prototype development and qualification testing phase of the UT-1 Universal Towbar, with additional tasks encompassing tow simulation analysis for the F-22 aircraft. The work will be performed in Warner Robins, Georgia, with an ultimate completion date of February 21, 2026. ES3's award reflects its established expertise in aerospace engineering, prototype development, and advanced manufacturing capabilities, positioning the company to deliver critical technical solutions for Air Force sustainment and modernization initiatives.

This contract aligns with ES3's demonstrated track record supporting the defense industrial base through research and development efforts across military platforms. The company has previously secured significant Air Force contracts including multiple-award agreements with Air Force Materiel Command and the Air Force Sustainment Center, specializing in engineering analysis, coating technologies, additive manufacturing, and specialized aerospace component design. The total small business set-aside designation supports the Air Force's commitment to engaging small business capabilities for innovation and manufacturing excellence in aircraft support systems and ground equipment development.

Description

This effort is to provide the tasks and support requirements for developing the prototype and qualification testing phase of the UT-1 universal towbar. Additional tasks to support tow simulation analysis of the F-22 aircraft.

Quick answers

Who was awarded contract FA857124C0043?

FA857124C0043 was awarded to Engineering And Software System Solutions, Inc. by Air Force Sustainment Center (Air Force Materiel Command) on August 22, 2024.

How much is contract FA857124C0043 worth?

The government has obligated $3,056,981 on FA857124C0043.

Which agency awarded contract FA857124C0043?

Air Force Sustainment Center (Air Force Materiel Command) awarded FA857124C0043, with funding from AFLCMC Robins AFB (Lifecycle Management Center).

Was contract FA857124C0043 competed?

The extent of competition for FA857124C0043 was full and open competition after exclusion of sources. The government received 1 offer. It was set aside: Total Small Business.

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