MACM II SSS.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS (SSS) FOR

SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES/PERSONNEL RECOVERY

C-130 DIVISION /Helicopter Program Office

MULTIPLE AWARD CONTRACT FOR MODIFICATIONS II (MACM II)

CAUTION

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or obligation on the part of the Government. This notice is issued for market research and acquisition planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.

The Government is conducting market research to identify capable small business sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, facilities, security infrastructure, personnel, and experience necessary to provide modification, integration, engineering, production, testing, logistics, and sustainment support for Special Operations Forces/Personnel Recovery (SOF/PR) and Rotary Division managed aircraft systems and associated mission equipment.

The anticipated security classification for this effort is SECRET. Contractors responding to this notice should possess the capability to support classified operations, facilities, systems, and technical data as required.

Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with preparation or submission of responses.

Participation in this market research effort does not guarantee participation in any future solicitation or contract award.

PURPOSE

The Government is conducting market research to identify capable small business sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience necessary to provide modification, integration, engineering, production, testing, logistics, and sustainment support for SOF/PR and Rotary Division managed aircraft platforms including, but not limited to:

• MC-130 aircraft

• AC-130 aircraft

• HC-130 aircraft

• LC-130 aircraft

• H-60 aircraft

• H-1 aircraft

• MH-139

• follow-on or replacement aircraft platforms

• associated mission systems

• integrated weapon systems

• avionics subsystems

• support equipment

• training systems

The anticipated effort will support aircraft modification, modernization, integration, sustainment, and engineering activities across SOF/PR and Rotary Division mission areas.

Requirements may include, but are not limited to:

• Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE)

• Aircraft systems integration

• Modification design and development

• Trial installations

• Kit proof installations

• Production kit manufacturing

• Technical Data Package (TDP) development

• Technical Order (TO) development and updates

• Airworthiness certification documentation

• Cybersecurity documentation and RMF support

• Software development and integration

• Ground and flight testing

• Provisioning support

• Logistics support

• Interim Contractor Support (ICS)

• Contractor Logistics Support (CLS)

• Sustainment support

• Configuration management

• DMSMS management

• Training system development

• Depot and field-level installation support

Task orders may require performance in the following functional areas:

1. Modification

2. Technical Support

3. Production

4. Testing

5. Logistics

6. Sustainment

7. Travel associated with execution of task orders

The Government anticipates this effort may result in a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract consisting of a pool of qualified contractors eligible to compete for future task orders.

Only awardees selected for the MACM II contract pool will be eligible to compete for future task orders issued under the contract vehicle.

Future task orders may vary significantly in scope, complexity, technical content, period of performance, and place of performance.

This effort will not include Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS).

The Government anticipates utilizing NAICS Code 336411 – Aircraft Manufacturing. Respondents are encouraged to identify any additional NAICS codes they believe may apply to this effort.

SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION

No set-aside determination has been made at this time. The Government will utilize responses to this Sources Sought Synopsis, along with additional market research, to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy and level of small business participation.

The Government is seeking information from industry sources capable of supporting the anticipated scope of work, including through small business participation and/or teaming arrangements.

Small businesses responding to this notice are encouraged to provide detailed capability information demonstrating their ability to perform as a prime contractor.

If a respondent intends to utilize teaming arrangements, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, or subcontractors, respondents should describe:

• the nature of the arrangement,

• the role of each team member,

• and the capabilities each team member contributes.

Supporting documentation demonstrating existing teaming relationships is encouraged but not required.

If your organization is interested solely as a subcontractor, identify the specific areas of work your organization is capable of supporting.

The Government encourages teaming arrangements where such arrangements enhance the respondent’s ability to satisfy the anticipated scope of work.

INSTRUCTIONS

Interested contractors are requested to submit a response to this Sources Sought Synopsis to assist the Government in conducting market research and acquisition planning.

Responses shall include:

1. A capability statement not to exceed five (5) pages.

2. Responses to the Contractor Capability Survey not to exceed twenty (20) pages total.

3. Relevant supporting documentation, if applicable.

Responses shall:

• clearly identify answers by section and question number

• use 12-point Times New Roman font

• use one-inch margins

• and be submitted in searchable PDF format

Past performance examples shall include:

• contract number

• customer

• contract value

• period of performance

• supported platform(s)

• and scope of work performed

Respondents shall identify:

• current facility clearance level

• classified handling capabilities

• cybersecurity capabilities

• manufacturing capabilities

• engineering capabilities

• and any known Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) concerns or proprietary data restrictions associated with performance of this effort

Respondents shall identify any experience handling:

• classified technical data

• export-controlled information

• ITAR/EAR controlled information

• and Government Furnished Information (GFI)

Responses shall not include classified information.

The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for acquisition planning purposes.

Attachments shall not exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable.

Responses must be submitted electronically no later than:

27 July 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Responses shall be submitted electronically to:

C. Ashley Blann at carolyn.blann@us.af.mil and

Daniel Young at daniel.young.48@us.af.mil

Questions regarding this notice shall be submitted electronically to the points of contact identified above.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

MULTIPLE AWARD CONTRACT FOR MODIFICATIONS (MACM) II

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following information for your company and any teaming partners, joint venture members, or major subcontractors:

• Company Name

• Company Address

• Point of Contact

• Telephone Number

• Email Address

• Company Website

• CAGE Code

• UEI Number

• SAM Registration Status

• Business Size

• NAICS Codes

• Security Clearance Level

• Facility Clearance Level (FCL)

• Manufacturing Locations

• Engineering Locations

• Whether company is domestically or foreign owned

Please identify whether your company qualifies as:

• Small Business

• Small Disadvantaged Business

• Woman-Owned Small Business

• HUBZone Small Business

• Veteran-Owned Small Business

• Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

• 8(a) Certified

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe your company’s overall capabilities relevant to this effort, including facilities, workforce composition, engineering capabilities, manufacturing capabilities, security infrastructure, and management structure.

2. Describe your company’s experience performing work similar in scope, complexity, and technical content to this requirement.

Include:

• contract number

• customer

• contract value

• period of performance

• aircraft/platform supported

• and Government point of contact

3. Describe your company’s experience supporting SOF, mobility, rotary wing, or special mission aircraft platforms.

4. Describe your company’s capabilities for generating, handling, processing, transmitting, and storing classified information and classified technical data.

5. Describe your company’s quality management system and certifications (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).

6. Describe your company’s ability to perform CONUS and OCONUS support activities.

7. Describe your company’s experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, and integrated product teams.

8. Describe your company’s experience managing Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), Government Furnished Material (GFM), and Government Furnished Information (GFI).

B. MODIFICATION & SYSTEMS INTEGRATION:

1. Describe your company’s experience integrating mission systems, avionics, communications equipment, sensors, weapons systems, or aircraft subsystems onto military aircraft.

2. Describe your company’s experience performing aircraft modification installations, trial installations, and kit proof activities.

3. Describe your company’s experience supporting aircraft airworthiness certification activities.

4. Describe your company’s experience developing:

• Technical Data Packages (TDPs)

• Installation drawings

• Engineering change packages

• Interface control documents

• Technical Orders (TOs)

• TCTOs

5. Describe your company’s experience supporting:

• aircraft surveys

• wiring integration

• platform interface analysis

• and systems integration laboratories

C. TECHNICAL SUPPORT & ENGINEERING:

1. Describe your company’s systems engineering capabilities relevant to aircraft modification and sustainment efforts.

2. Describe your company’s experience supporting:

• cybersecurity

• RMF implementation

• software integration

• and software sustainment

3. Describe your company’s experience conducting:

• structural analysis

• electrical power analysis

• EMI/EMC analysis

• RF/microwave Cosite analysis

• and weight and balance analysis

4. Describe your company’s experience with configuration management and configuration control boards (CCBs).

5. Describe your company’s experience supporting DMSMS and obsolescence management efforts.

6. Describe your company’s experience developing engineering data and maintaining configuration-controlled technical baselines.

D. PRODUCTION:

1. Describe your company’s manufacturing capabilities relevant to aircraft modification kit production.

2. Describe your company’s production capacity and surge capability.

3. Describe your company’s experience manufacturing military aircraft modification kits or similar aerospace hardware.

4. Describe your company’s experience developing manufacturing processes and production documentation.

5. Describe your company’s experience with inspection, acceptance testing, and quality assurance activities.

6. Describe your company’s experience managing supply chain risk and counterfeit parts prevention.

7. Describe your company’s experience with packaging, handling, shipping, and transportation of military aircraft components and kits.

8. Describe your company’s ability to support rapid fielding or urgent operational requirements

E. TESTING:

1. Describe your company’s experience supporting developmental test and evaluation activities.

2. Describe your company’s experience supporting aircraft ground and flight testing.

3. Describe your company’s experience with:

• MIL-STD-810 testing

• EMI/EMC testing

• environmental qualification testing

• and system verification/validation

4. Describe your company’s experience developing:

• test plans

• test procedures

• test reports

• and TEMP-related documentation

5. Describe your company’s available test equipment, instrumentation capabilities, and laboratory support capabilities.

F. LOGISTICS:

1. Describe your company’s logistics support capabilities relevant to aircraft modification and sustainment efforts.

2. Describe your company’s experience with:

• provisioning

• inventory management

• warehouse operations

• and supply chain management

3. Describe your company’s capabilities for field support, deployment support, and contractor logistics support (CLS).

4. Describe your company’s process for tracking:

• work-in-process

• inventory

• asset accountability

• and repair status

5. Describe your company’s experience supporting worldwide logistics operations in CONUS and OCONUS environments.

G. SUSTAINMENT:

1. Describe your company’s experience supporting aircraft sustainment efforts.

2. Describe your company’s experience supporting depot-level maintenance or field-level sustainment activities.

3. Describe your company’s experience with software sustainment and software configuration management.

4. Describe your company’s approach to long-term sustainment planning and obsolescence mitigation.

5. Describe your company’s ability to provide rapid response support for operational requirements.

6. Describe your company’s experience supporting lifecycle sustainment planning and transition activities.

COMMERCIALITY

1. Describe whether your company offers similar products or services commercially.

2. Describe whether the same workforce, facilities, and processes are utilized for both Government and commercial work.

3. Describe any commercial best practices, manufacturing processes, technologies, or digital engineering capabilities your company would recommend for this effort.

4. Describe any existing contract vehicles your company currently utilizes that may be relevant to this requirement.

5. Describe any innovative approaches your company recommends for improving affordability, schedule performance, sustainment, or mission capability for future SOF/PR aircraft modernization efforts.