RFI - C-5 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) Support.pdf

C-5 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) Support

Request for Information (RFI)

Instructions:

1. The C-5 SPO, is conducting market research to identify potential qualified 8(a) certified firms capable of providing C-5 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) support services.

This Request for Information (RFI) is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this RFI.

Responses to this RFI will be used to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified 8(a) firms and to assist in developing an acquisition strategy. The government is trying to determine if this requirement can be set-aside for 8(a) firms.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in 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.

ATTENTION: SMALL BUSINESS RESPONDENTS who are interested in participation for this effort:

• Interest in 8(a) Set-Aside: Clearly state your firm's interest in competing for this requirement as an 8(a) set-aside.

• Recommendations for Small Business Involvement: Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business (if applicable).

• Teaming/Subcontracting Interests: If you are only interested in being a subcontractor, state the portion of the work that your organization has the capability of fulfilling.

• To assist the Government in determining whether to set aside this potential requirement for 8(a) firms, please clearly indicate your interest in competing for this requirement as an 8(a) set-aside. Also, indicate if you believe your firm is uniquely qualified to provide these services.

Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to Benjamin.morris.6@us.af.mil.

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements sustain the C-5M CPCP.

These services include maintenance analysis, technical consultation, technology development, evaluation and includes activities in support of the Corrosion Prevention Advisory Board (CPAB) and the C-5 CPCP Plan. The contractor must be knowledgeable in the areas of inspection forecasting, loading spectrum generation, loads analysis, corrosion and repair tracking, system component reliability and maintainability (R&M) tracking and analysis, force maintenance planning, usage simulation, force leveling, flight and laboratory testing of the airframe and airframe components, usage tracking, and service life analysis for the C-5M or similar aircraft weapon systems. Actions to support the areas mentioned above include efforts such as engineering and technical data, modeling, simulation and testing which are integral to the completion of the overall engineering tasks. The contractor must be knowledgeable of on-going sustaining engineering efforts including hexavalent chrome free coating system evaluations to include military specification pre-surface treatments and primers and details associated with process control and trending analysis for long term durability. The contractor must be knowledgeable of on-going sustaining engineering efforts regarding hazardous materials reduction efforts and on-going action items within the C-5M Corrosion Prevention and Control Program including tactical and strategic methodologies for problem resolution.

The key components of an effective program include preventive, investigative, predictive/prognostic, and corrective elements. Improved preventive methods involve engineering investigations for determining the most effective application and removal of finish systems (primer, paint, etc.), preventive compounds, cleaning and coating materials, and environmentally safe and/or cost reduction alternatives, as well as proof-of-concept and kit-proof fabrication and testing activities. The Contractor shall provide sustaining engineering support for the strategic planning and oversight of a corrosion program in accordance with the requirements of MIL- STD- 1530D, Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP).

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

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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:

· Government Proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: _____

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

• Small Business (Yes / No)

• Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

• 8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

• HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

• Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Service-Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No)

• System for Award Management (SAM) (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 in accordance with the instructions above. Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall.

Attachments shall not to exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable. Responses must be sent via email to the following:

Contracting Point of Contacts (POCs):

• Benjamin Morris, Contracting Officer at, Benjamin.morris.6@us.af.mil.

Requirements Point of Contacts (POCs):

• POC – Joe Greene /joe.greene.2.ctr@us.af.mil

• Greg Purnell/greg.purnell@us.af.mil; Clayton Elliott /clayton.elliott@us.af.mil

Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to the POC.

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

• Capabilities Statement (No more than 10 pages):

• Summary of Capabilities: A concise overview of your firm's capabilities.

• Past Performance: Specific examples of past performance on similar projects, including contract numbers, client names, and a brief description of the work performed. Highlight experience with the C-5 or similar large aircraft.

• Technical Approach: A description of your company's approach to providing these services, including staffing, quality control, and risk management.

• Teaming Arrangements (If Applicable): If you plan to team with other firms, provide details of the proposed arrangement, the roles of each team member, and letters of intent or teaming agreements (if available). This is highly encouraged to demonstrate your ability to meet the entire requirement.

General Capability Questions:

1) Describe your company's capabilities to provide the engineering and technical expertise for executing an Aircraft Corrosion Prevention and Control Program.

2) Describe your company's past experience with the C-5 Super Galaxy Aircraft.

3) Describe your company's past experience with Large Frame Aircraft within the DoD.

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4) Describe your company's past experience with any aircraft within the DoD or commercial sector.

5) Describe your company’s past experience with planning, management and execution of Corrosion Prevention Advisory Boards (CPAB).

6) Describe your company's past experience with briefing Senior Leadership within the Department of Defense.

7) Describe your company's past experience with conducting Department of Defense Interdepartmental consulting and technical interchanges.

8) Describe your company’s ability to conduct research and technical evaluations in your company owned workshop environment.

9) Describe your company’s experience with accessing US Military installations for the purpose of executing Aircraft Corrosion Assessments, including technical briefings to Base Leadership.

10) Describe your company’s experience with accessing commercial installations for the purpose of executing Aircraft Corrosion Assessments, including technical interchanges with commercial technical authorities and subject matter experts.

11) Describe your company’s experience with technology development through Research Laboratories and other Government Research entities.

Submission Instructions:

Please submit your response electronically to Benjamin.morris.6@us.af.mil with the subject line "RFI Response - C-5 CPCP Support. The deadline for submission is August 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall. Attachments shall not to exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable.

Disclaimer:

This RFI is issued solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI is intended to be used for market research purposes only. The Government will not pay for any information received in response to this RFI, nor will the Government compensate respondents for any costs incurred in preparing their response. Proprietary information should be clearly marked. Responses to this RFI will not be returned.

Questions:

Questions regarding this RFI should be submitted in writing to Benjamin.morris.6@us.af.mil no later than August 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST.

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