Request for Information Powertrain Overhaul and Parts_05.28.pdf

Request for Information (RFI):

Powertrain Component Overhaul, Repair and Parts

Acquisition, Eglin AFB, FL

The Department of War (DoW), United States Air Force (USAF), Air Force Material Command (AFMC), Air Force Test Center (AFTC), Enterprise Services and Innovative Solutions Branch (PZZC) at Eglin AFB, FL, is currently conducting market research seeking capability statements from potential sources, including small businesses (SB), 8(a), HUBZone, Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned (EDWOSB), Woman-Owned (WOSB), and Service Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVOSB) small businesses that are capable of the requirement listed below.

After receiving this notice, all interested vendors should submit a response demonstrating their capabilities to meet the requirements listed below to the Point of Contact (POC). Proposals are not being requested or accepted at this time. As stipulated in FAR 15.101, responses to this notice are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. No solicitation (Request for Proposal) exists at this time; therefore, do not request a copy of the solicitation. The decision to solicit a contract shall be solely within the Government’s discretion.

The NAICS Code assigned to this acquisition is 336992, Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,500 employees. Respondents should indicate their size in relation to this size standard and indicate socio-economic status (i.e. SB, 8(a), HUBZone, EDWOSB, WOSB, or SDVOSB). Respondents are further requested to indicate their status as a Foreign-owned/Foreign-controlled firm and any contemplated use of foreign national employees on this effort.

The Government reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside based upon responses hereto for any subsequent action. All prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be awarded a DoW contract. No set-aside decision has been made. Note that a key factor in determining an acquisition to be a Small Business Set- Aside is that small business prime contractors must comply with the Limitations on Subcontracting as defined in FAR Clause 52.219-14.

Any information submitted by respondents to this RFI is voluntary. This RFI notice is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government reimburse any costs associated with the submission of information in response to this notice.

A draft Statement of Work (SOW) is attached to this RFI for reference purposes only. This draft details the anticipated requirements and will form the basis of the formal solicitation.

Detailed descriptions of the required services and specific instructions for the submission of capability statements are provided below:

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE:

AFTC/PZZC at Eglin AFB, FL, is seeking capable sources to support a Multi-Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (MAC IDIQ) contract for the 96th Range Support Squadron, Targets Flight

(96 RANSS/RNRT). The 96 RANSS/RNRT operates and maintains a diverse fleet of target assets, including foreign and domestic military armored systems, non-armored systems, and commercial equipment. These assets are utilized for critical operational testing, weapons development, and integration. Due to the rigorous use of these assets, a heavy maintenance program is required to consistently maintain fully operational systems.

The anticipated requirement consists of a five (5)-year base period and one (1) five-year option period, for a total potential duration of ten (10) years. To ensure continuous support throughout the life of the contract, the Government intends to include "on-ramping" procedures to add new contractors as needed.

2.0 BASIC SERVICES:

The Contractor shall provide overhauled, rebuilt, fabricated, and/or acquired powertrain components, driveline components, and repair parts that are 100% ready to install. The primary overhaul objective is to return assets to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications in a fully serviceable condition.

2.1 Asset Categories and Requirements

The contractor shall support the following asset classes:

Main Battle Tanks (MBT) & APCs: Engines, transmissions, clutch packs, final/auxiliary drives, and drive motors.

Radar Systems: Engines, transmissions, and specialized radar antenna system parts.

Trucks: Engines, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, and alternators/generators.

Watercraft (10’ to 95’): Inboard/outboard engines, drive assemblies, and lower units.

Technical Manuals: Provide operator, service, and parts manuals or repair documents for major assemblies and unique parts when requested on individual delivery orders.

2.2 Technical Standards and References

All work must adhere to strict technical guidelines:

Domestic Assets: Compliance with TM/DMWR standards (e.g., TM 9-2815-202 for Detroit Diesel, TM 9-2835-255-34 for AGT 1500 Turbine, and various Cummins/Mercedes manuals).

Foreign Assets: Compliance with Object Design Motor Book / Object Design Transmission Book (ODMB/ODTB) standards for engines including YaMZ-series, UTD-series (20, 29, 32), and V-series (V-46-6, V-92S2).

3.0 CUSTOMER SERVICE REQUIREMENTS:

To support the Government's acceptance verification process, the contractor is required to maintain rigorous quality control, testing, and delivery standards. The contractor must be capable of meeting the following delivery timelines "After Receipt of Order" (ARO) to 96 TW/CLST 505 N. Florida Ave., Eglin AFB, FL 32542. Deliveries are only accepted Monday-Friday, 0700-1400 (excluding federal holidays).

3.1 Delivery Timelines

Overhaul/Rebuilt Parts: 120 calendar days ARO New Repair Parts: 140 calendar days ARO Expedited New Repair Parts: 40 calendar days ARO

Note: If a core exchange is not immediately available, the unserviceable core will be shipped upon receipt of the new component.

3.2 Testing and Quality Control

Testing and Acceptance: The contractor shall provide records of performance test results for all overhauled/rebuilt assets and repair parts. This includes pre- and post-ground testing, oil pressure checks, compression, static values, shift pressures, clutch lockout, internal measurements, and dynamometer results. (Note: Watercraft requires stand/water tank testing;

Radar systems require component box testing).

Technical Support & Defective Parts: Should any component fail upon initial installation, the contractor shall provide immediate technical support (online/telephone). If components arrive defective, the contractor shall provide replacement parts within seven (7) working days of notification by the Government Program Manager. The contractor is responsible for the removal/shipment of defective items.

4.0 CAPABILITIES STATEMENT:

All interested vendors should submit a response that explicitly demonstrates their capability to perform the requirements stated above. Responses must not exceed five (5) pages, 8.5” x 11” paper, 12-point Times New Roman font, with one-inch margins.

4.1 Required Content

1. Company Profile: Name, CAGE Code, UEI, and POC information.

2. Socio-Economic Status: Size status under NAICS 336992 and foreign-owned/controlled firm status.

3. Technical Capability: Describe your facility's ability to overhaul powertrains for both domestic (DMWR) and foreign (ODMB/ODTB) armored vehicles. Specifically, address experience with the engines listed in Section 2.2.

4. Testing Infrastructure: Detail your capability to perform and document the required testing, specifically mentioning dynamometer testing, pressure checks, and internal measurements.

5. Supply Chain: Describe your ability to source rare/foreign parts and meet the 40-day expedited delivery requirement.

6. Past Performance: Provide 2-3 examples of recent, relevant contracts (within the last 5 years) demonstrating experience with similar heavy maintenance, powertrain overhaul, or foreign military equipment programs. Include contract numbers and customer points of contract.

4.2 Submission Instructions

Email responses to the contractual POC with the subject line: “RFI Response: Powertrain Component Overhaul”.

File Formats: Only .pdf, .doc, .docx, or .xls/.xlsx.

File Size: If greater than 8MB, submit via DoD SAFE (https://safe.apps.mil/).

Only Government employees will review submissions. Respondents are advised that administrative support contractors with signed NDAs may assist in processing.

5.0 Submission Deadline & Points of Contact

RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 3:00 P.M. (CENTRAL) ON 26 JUNE 2026.

All responses and routine communications regarding this announcement should be directed at the contractual points of contact listed below:

Primary Point of Contact:

Satsuki Bowman Contract Specialist satsuki.bowman.2@us.af.mil

Secondary Point of Contact:

Amanda S. Lee Contracting Officer amanda.lee.13@us.af.mil