Atch_5_CAStLE_SBSubcontractingPlan_PlaceHolder.docx

This solicitation is for engineering and research support services for the Center for Aircraft Structural Life Extension (CAStLE) located at the United States Air Force Academy. The selected contractor will perform engineering and research activities related to the degradation of systems and materials over time, initiated by external Department of Defense and other government agency customers or by CAStLE itself. Efforts will span a wide range of topics including materials characterization and testing, structural analysis and modeling, nondestructive inspection, life-cycle management, and maintenance support. The contractor may be required to conduct work from specimen to full-scale operational systems. The North American Industry Classification for this opportunity is 541715. Interested parties should monitor the site for any amendments as the response due date is not provided. Questions should be directed to the identified contracting specialists.