PBS4100_RFI 2026.pdf

Request for Information (RFI) Vibration Analyzer, Portable Balancing System (PBS) 4100+

(NSN: 6635-01-630-9391)

Robins Air Force Base

Warner Robins Air Logistic Center

CAUTION:

The Government is conducting Market Research for this Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for design, qualification and production and repair of the Vibration Analyzer, PBS- 4100+ NSN: 6635-01-630-9391 and various accessories kits. The purpose of the Portable Balancing System (PBS)-4100+ is used to perform trim balance and vibration diagnostics on many types of gas turbine engines and other rotating machinery. This equipment offers added features and enhanced functionality to simplify the job of engine mechanics and flight line personnel. Small, lightweight, fast working and ruggedly built, incorporates the latest configuration of electronics to maximize performance and maintainability. The PBS-4100+ is capable of automatically collecting and recording the vibration data, calculating precise balance solution and determining the specific balance weights required (all in one shot after one engine run). The PBS-4100+ also allows the user to select the engine type from an onscreen menu and recall data files for that engine type.

This will be a 5-year contract (a 12-month basic year and 4 one-year ordering periods).

Electronic procedures will be used for this RFI. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability by submitting a Statement of Capabilities to Contracting Officer and Program Manager. Repairs shall be completed 30 days after receipt of asset.

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) is Mechanical Technology Instruments, CAGE Code: 26741. Mechanical Technology Instruments is the sole owner of the technical data needed. The Government does not own any of the data needed to perform the production and repair of this item.

A determination by the Government about whether or not to compete the contract will be based on an assessment of responses to this notice that is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement.

The Government has determined that this system is a commercial item. The requirements for this tester are not military unique since the system is used by major commercial airlines. Samples of this test set are not available for potential developers/suppliers to evaluate.

Contractor shall furnish all material, support equipment, tools, test equipment, and services. The contractor is responsible for providing, maintaining, and calibrating all support equipment required at their facility or a subcontractor’s facility. Contractor furnished material or parts used for replacement shall equal or exceed the quality of the original material or parts.

Contractors/Institutions responding to this Request for Information (RFI) are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

a) The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this solicitation or to otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts as provided in subsection 31.205-18, Bid and proposal costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation

b) Although “proposal” and “offeror” are used in this Request for Information, your response will be treated as information only. It shall not be used as a proposal.

c) This solicitation is issued for the purpose of the Vibration Analyzer, PBS-4100+, used to perform trim balance and vibration diagnostics on many types of aircraft gas turbine engines and other rotating machinery on various Air Force aircraft platforms.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. The document(s) below contains a description of the Vibration Analyzer, PBS-

4100+ requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the Government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.)

a. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

3. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.

Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

4. All responses must be received via email no later than the close of business Tuesday, March 10,2026.

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Additional Information Vibration Analyzer, Portable Balancing System (PBS) 4100+

Additional Information

The PBS-4100+ is a rugged, portable system designed to support balancing gas turbine engines.

The system utilizes input data signals generated by one or more vibration pickups and engine speed sensors. Utilizing software, the PBS-4100+ is capable of automatically collecting and recording the vibration data, calculating precise balance solution and determining the specific balance weights required (all in one shot after one engine run). The PBS-4100+ also allows the user to select the engine type from an onscreen menu and recall data files for that engine type.

NOUN

Buy/Repair NSN P/N Vibration Analyzer, PBS-4100+ 6635-01-630-9391 8000-0402-001

Repair (Accessory Kits) KC-135 Kit

6625-01-395-8180

KC-46 Kit (DTE) 6625-01-735-7164 KC-46 Kit (AVM) 6625-01-730-9011 B-1 Kit 6625-01-502-6787 A-10 Kit 6625-01-431-7920 New C-5 Kit 6625-01-563-6437 E-4 Kit 6625-01-502-5175 U-2 Kit 6625-01-502-5177 B-2 Kit 6625-01-502-5176 B-52 Kit New PBS-4100+

6625-01-628-1987

TBD 8000-0402-002

PBS-4100+ 6635-01-563-5989

PBS-4100+ 6635-01-630-9391

PBS-4100R+ 4920-01-624-5966

PBS-4100+ 6635-01-357-6647

Charge Amp 5996-01-431-4624 Charge Amp 5996-01-431-2547

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

PBS-4100+

(NSN: 6635-01-630-9391/ PN# 8000-0402-001)

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

• Company/Institute Name:

• Address:

• Point of Contact:

• CAGE Code:

• Phone Number:

• E-mail Address:

• Web Page URL:

• Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code:

334515

Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

ˉ Small Business (Yes / No)

• A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Responses to the Capability Survey Part I and Part II must be received no later than close of business 10 Mar 2026. Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall. Attachments shall not exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable. Responses must be sent via email to the following:

Arenina Sullivan-Jones arenina.sullivan-jones@us.af.mil Stephen Williams stephen.williams.64.ctr@us.af.mil

Questions related to this Request for Information should be addressed to the PCO:

AFLCMC/ROKA

Attn: Arenina Sullivan-Jones 235 Byron St., STE 19A Robins AFB GA 31098-1600

ˉ ˉ

Woman Owned Small Business Small Disadvantaged Business

(Yes / No) (Yes / No)

ˉ 8(a) Certified (Yes / No) ˉ HUBZone Certified (Yes / No) ˉ Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No) ˉ Service-Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No) ˉ Central Contractor Registration (CCR). (Yes / No) mailto:arenina.sullivan-jones@us.af.mil mailto:stephen.williams.64.ctr@us.af.mil

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and the nature of the goods and/or services you provide. Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization support, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

3. Describe your company's capabilities and experience in generating technical data, engineering drawings and manuals. Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items.

4. What is your company’s current maximum production capacity per month? Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase production capacity in the event of an immediate need due to critical operational mission requirements.

5. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices do your company employ? Provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.).

a. Provide a detailed quality plan implementing AS9100 (or equivalent).

B. Commerciality Questions:

1. Is there an established catalog or market price(s) for our requirement?

2. If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public?

C. Manufacturing Questions

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in manufacturing regarding the requirements of this effort.

2. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying manufacturing procedures. Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

3. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing, modifying, and maintaining software for projects that are the same or similar to the requirements of this effort.

4. Demonstrate your ability and experience in the manufacture of the same or similar components, which are currently utilized in the commercial or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

a) Contract Number

b) Procuring Agency

c) Contract Value

d) Number of assets shipped

5. Provide your commercial manual(s) or Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and your rights to these manuals and or ATP used in the manufacture and functional check of these or similar assets for Government Engineer review.

6. Describe your capabilities and experience in test, evaluation, and repair processes/procedures regarding manufacturing items.

7. Describe your configuration management processes and how you identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

8. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and/or function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort.

9. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balance and manufacturing status to your customer.

10. Include a detailed listing of facilities and equipment, including quantities, required to satisfy the requirements of this effort.

a. Provide an outline of the proposed process, including inspections.

i. State the type of test procedures are anticipated for this effort.

ii. State the type of inspection processes anticipated for this effort.

1. NDI/T.

2. Destructive testing/inspection.

11. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.

12. If the item cannot be manufactured in total, state what your organization can produce.

13. State any technology insertion ideas for the item that would be suitable for this effort.

14. Discuss any reverse engineering or item replacement opportunities that may be present.