05 Synopsis F-35 Tail Lift.docx

Synopsis F-35 Vertical Tail Lift

Department of the Air Force Directorate of Contracting

AFSC OL:H/PZIMA

6038 Aspen Ave Bldg 1289 Hill AFB, UT 84056

NAICS Code: 336413 Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees Federal Supply Code/Product Service Code: 4920

Description of items to be acquired:

The United States Air Force has a requirement for two (2) vertical tail fitting tapered bolt torques for the F-35. The vendor shall build custom torque tools that are integrated with a lifting device to position and hold the torque tool during the install and removal of lug bolts without the mechanic applying the counter torque. The current method is 30-mins torque draw-ups per bolt with an average of 80 torque ratchet repetitions. The new method will be 20 seconds torque draw up per bolt in a weightless and non-reaction torque environment. This will decrease operator fatigue by 99% and reduce operator torque time from two (2) hours to 1.3 minutes. The new custom Alum-a-Lift with tool balance arm will eliminate the risk of potential torque motor handling injuries. It will also eliminate government personnel from having to climb and descend stairs carrying a 60-pound torque motor. Potential damage to the aircraft while installing or removing the torque motor during bold installation will also be eliminated.

Alum-A-lift customized a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) lifting and holding device that holds the torqueing tool designed by American Assembly. American Assembly is now the prime contractor for the unit and Alum-A-Lift is the sub-contractor.

This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the agency. The capability statement must provide a clear methodology and demonstrate how the following will be met:

· Build custom torque tool that is integrated with a lifting device to position and hold the torque tool during the install and removal of lug bolts without the mechanic applying the counter torque.

Any response must be sent and received by the response date and time of this notice to be reviewed. There will be an acknowledgement of receipt provided for all submissions received.