KC-46 Landing Gear PBL - RFP QA 3.23.26.pdf

KC-46 Landing Gear PBL: RFP Q&A

2/9/2026

Q1: When you request our past performance information from our customer base, in addition to the B767 can we use our other customers using similar landing gear (i.e. B737)?

A1: As stated in Section L, paragraph 5.4, it is the offeror's responsibility to submit contracts that their team deems relevant. The solicitation grants offerors the flexibility to select examples they feel best demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements.

Per the instructions, your proposal must include a narrative for each submitted contract that explains what aspects of the contracts are deemed relevant to the proposed effort and to what Technical subfactors they relate.

The Government will use this narrative, along with other information, to evaluate the relevance of the past performance in accordance with Section M. Therefore, when you choose to submit a contract, you must use the narrative to clearly justify its relevance to this acquisition.

Q2: Confirmation of whether 202513111-100, 202513111-200, and 202513111-300 are USAF top-level assembly numbers.

A2: 202513111 (-100, -200, and -300) are USAF top level assembly part numbers grouping all OEM part numbers that the USAF would like included in a full shipset, as identified in TRD Main, section 3.8.

Q3: The corresponding OEM/manufacturer part numbers (if different) for these full assemblies.

A3: There is not a singular OEM part number defining what the USAF considers a shipset.

USAF drawing 202513111 groups various system specific assembly part numbers into a single definition for a shipset.

Q4: Any available cross-reference, bill of materials, or breakdown that identifies the component-level part numbers comprising these assemblies.

A4: Per section L, paragraph 2.3 and 2.4, USAF is requesting that proposals be based on a - 300F series landing gear to demonstrate technical proficiency. Final USAF shipset configuration management will be agreed upon post-award, and any necessary cross-references will be provided at that time.

2/25/2026

Q5: Would it be acceptable to include a compliance matrix for the FAR/DFAR requirements and note which ones the offeror complies with and which ones are not applicable or self-deleting?

A5: Please see Section L 6.7 which addresses “Exceptions to Solicitation Requirements” including the format for how this information should be provided.

Q6: On page 23 of the solicitation SPRHA1-26-R-4646, are the FAR/DFARS reference missing from “Inspection and Acceptance” and from "F.O.B. Origin”?

A6: These are not FAR/DFARS clauses. These sections are fill-ins for the contractor to indicate the facility code and address where inspection, acceptance, and transportation actions will occur for the requirements which specify these activities occur at Origin.

3/4/2026

Q7: Could you please advise how offerors can obtain the applicable drawings and technical specifications for the KC-46 landing gear DLRs, shipsets, and subcomponents covered under this PBL? Do you have a copy of the DMWR or the TDP?

A7: Due to data release restrictions, the government is unable to provide the KC-46 CMMs prior to award. Please see section L for proposal submission requirements, specifically:

2.3 Technical Data For Purposes of Proposing – Due to data release restrictions, the required overhaul/remanufacture Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) for the KC-46/2C landing gear will not be provided prior to contract award. The successful offeror will receive access to these CMMs upon contract award. For proposal purposes, offerors are required to leverage their understanding of the 767-300F series landing gear and demonstrate their experience and capability to remanufacture that version of landing gear. However, offerors are encouraged to identify and discuss any remanufacture gaps between the 767-300F and the 2C gear.

3.5.1 The offeror shall submit a detailed remanufacture plan that thoroughly demonstrates experience and capability to remanufacture the entire 767-300F shipset, covering all processes from start to finish IAW TRD Appendix C paragraph

2.0 Remanufacturing Process through 2.18 Rob-Back/Cannibalization. The plan must also provide evidence that the offeror possesses facilities and equipment with the capacity to remanufacture Landing Gear shipsets IAW the Time Change Interval (TCI) schedule (section J attachment 5).

3/6/2026

Q8: Under the proposal guidelines section 2.23.1 of the subject RFP, the requirement for a single digital page size is noted (8.5 x 11). Can you please advise if flowcharts, or Gantt charts showing timelines and process steps can be larger to accommodate the format (Assist in being able to view)?

A8: RFP Section L 2.23.2 addresses tables, charts, graphs, and figures but fails to specify a page size that can be used for these depictions. The RFP will be amended to read as follows:

2.23.2 Legible tables, charts, graphs, and figures shall be used wherever practical to depict organizations, systems and layout, implementation schedules, plans, etc.

These displays shall be uncomplicated, legible and shall not exceed 11 x 17 inches in size. These pages may only be used for large tables, charts, graphs, diagrams, and schematics, not for pages of text. Oversized images or figures should be designed to be easily navigable and viewable within the digital document. For tables, charts, graphs and figures, the text shall be no smaller than 10-point.

Q9: The RFP Section M 2.3.5 defines 'Team Member'. For clarity, could you provide guidance on how this definition and the requirement for a teaming agreement applies in the following two common subcontracting scenarios?

• Scenario A: A supplier is used for a single, specialized, or proprietary process on a component part, as one step in a larger overhaul or manufacturing effort managed by the prime contractor.

• Scenario B: A supplier is used to perform a standard, commercially available process (e.g., a specific type of coating) for which numerous qualified sources exist.

Is a teaming agreement required in either of these scenarios?

A9: The RFP defines a 'Team Member' as a subcontractor that meets both of the following conditions: (1) they have program level responsibility and oversight, AND (2) their capability, certifications, or qualifications are utilized to satisfy the Technical Factor.

A subcontractor who performs a discrete task, service, or process under the program management and oversight of the prime contractor would not typically meet the definition of a 'Team Member,' as they do not have 'program level responsibility.' This appears to be true in both Scenario A and Scenario B as described.

Therefore, from a compliance standpoint, the RFP would not require a teaming agreement for subcontractors in these scenarios.

Separately, offerors are reminded that the decision to enter into a teaming agreement is ultimately a matter of each offeror's individual business judgment and risk management strategy. While it may not be required, an offeror may determine that a teaming agreement is beneficial to secure capacity, pricing, or commitment from a critical or sole-source supplier. The responsibility rests with the offeror to determine the appropriate business arrangements necessary to successfully perform the contract.

3/23/2026

Q10: In section 6.3 of subject RFP, the requirement is to input 365 days into block 12 (which is labeled discount terms) and block 16. I believe this should be fill out block 17a and sign form.

A10: The requirement references the incorrect blocks. The RFP will be amended to read as follows: “Section A – Solicitation/Contract Form: Complete blocks 17a, 17b, 30a, 30b, and 30c of the SF 1449. Signature by the offeror on the SF 1449 constitutes a binding proposal.”

Q11: Regarding the electrical harness, we would like clarification as to what the requirements are related to the wiring whether test/repair of wire bundle assemblies are acceptable or replace all wires with new regardless of condition. CMM only provides repair instruction, when necessary, as this is standard practice.

A11: No, replacement of all wires with new regardless of condition would not be required.

As stated in TRD Appendix C 2.0 for remanufacturing, overhauls should be completed IAW the applicable CMMs. If a serviceable asset can be provided through repair, then a new electrical harness would not be required.

Q12: Regarding the metering valve assembly, does the remanufacture requirement apply as defined in TRD Appendix 2.0 or does the USAF want this assembly to be test and repair?

A12: The USAF requires remanufacture as defined in TRD Appendix C 2.0 for a component to be returned in a serviceable condition. All unserviceable landing gear parts will be subject to disassembly, inspection and a complete remanufacture, modification/update, and test of each end-item and all associated components, when applicable, will be performed per 14 CFR part 43 and approved for return to service in accordance with the latest versions of applicable Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs). USAF considers the metering valve assembly to be an associated component as defined in Appendix C section 2.0 requiring remanufacture.