Request For Information (RFI)_Textron Aviation Parts.pdf

FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

FINANCE AND FACILITIES DIVISION

PROCUREMENT SECTION

Request for Information (RFI) Textron Aviation Parts – Sources Sought

Issuing Agency: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) RFI Number: 26-Q-0000064 Date Issued: 15 JAN 2026

1. PURPOSE

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is conducting this Request for Information (RFI) for market research purposes only. The intent of this RFI is to identify and assess potential vendors capable of providing the full range of Textron Aviation fixed‑wing aircraft parts without exception, including but not limited to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, proprietary parts, rotables, consumables, and any other Textron‑produced or Textron‑authorized aircraft parts.

This RFI is issued solely for planning and informational purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, a request for proposal, or a commitment by the Government to procure any supplies or services.

2. BACKGROUND

The FBI operates and maintains fixed‑wing aircraft platforms supported by Textron Aviation (Cessna, Beechcraft, and Hawker). Over the past two years, the FBI has procured a wide range of Textron Aviation fixed‑wing aircraft parts to support ongoing aviation operations, maintenance, and sustainment requirements.

An attachment to this RFI includes a list of Textron parts purchased by the FBI during the prior two‑year period. This list is representative of the scope, complexity, and breadth of parts that vendors must be able to supply.

3. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT (MANDATORY)

Vendors must demonstrate the capability to provide all Textron aviation parts without exception to be eligible for consideration.

• Vendors that can only provide a subset of Textron parts (e.g., only certain aircraft models, categories, consumables, or non‑OEM items) will not be considered responsive to this RFI.

PROCUREMENT SECTION

• Partial capability, tiered sourcing, or conditional availability does not meet the Government’s requirement.

This requirement is essential to support operational readiness, supply chain reliability, and streamlined procurement.

4. SCOPE OF PARTS

The required capability includes, but is not limited to:

• Textron Aviation OEM parts (Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, and related platforms)

• Proprietary and OEM‑controlled parts

• Rotable components and line‑replaceable units (LRUs)

• Structural, mechanical, electrical, and avionics‑related components

• Consumables and expendable parts

• Parts requiring OEM traceability, certification, and documentation

The attached historical parts list should be used as a baseline for assessing the scope of capability required.

5. REQUESTED INFORMATION FROM RESPONDENTS

Interested vendors shall submit a Capability Statement addressing, at a minimum, the following:

A. Company Information

• Legal company name

• Address and point(s) of contact

• Cage Code and UEI

• Years in business supporting Textron aviation platforms

• Business size: Large, Small, VOSB, etc.

B. Textron Parts Capability

• A clear, affirmative statement confirming the vendor’s ability to provide all Textron fixed-wing aviation parts without exception

• Description of the vendor’s relationship with Textron (e.g., direct OEM, authorized distributor, OEM‑approved reseller)

• Explanation of how proprietary and OEM‑controlled parts are sourced

C. Supply Chain and Logistics

• Ordering and fulfillment process

PROCUREMENT SECTION

• Average lead times for standard and non‑standard parts

• Inventory management and surge capability

• Traceability and certification processes

D. Quality and Compliance

• Quality management certifications (e.g., AS9100, ISO)

• FAA or other aviation‑related approvals, if applicable

• Experience providing parts to Federal or law enforcement aviation programs

6. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

• Capability Statements shall not exceed 10 pages (excluding attachments).

• Submissions shall be provided in PDF format.

• Vendors shall reference the attached historical parts list in their response.

Submission Deadline: 26 JAN 2026 no later than 2pm EST Submission Email: mgolicz@fbi.gov

7. ATTACHMENT

• Attachment 1: Textron Aviation Parts Purchased – Prior Two Years

8. DISCLAIMER

This RFI is for market research purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or a promise to issue a future solicitation. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this RFI. Responses will be used to inform acquisition planning, competition strategy, and potential procurement approaches.

END OF RFI