136 Airlift Wing C-130J Aircraft Wash

The purpose of this sources sought notice is to gain knowledge of potential sources, locations, and methods. This notice is for planning purposes only. The 136th Airlift Wing, Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, Fort Worth, Texas, intends to issue a solicitation and award of a contract or agreement to periodically wash C-130J model aircraft. All aircraft washing and cleaning procedures shall be performed in accordance with applicable Air Force Technical Orders, including TO 1C-130J-23CL-1 and TO 1C-130J-23S-3. Contractors shall be responsible for complying with all requirements contained within the applicable Technical Orders.

Aircraft washes are to take place at an alternate location or utilize a method that allows for outdoor wash at NASJRB Fort Worth that includes collection of run-off in accordance with installation host Navy and environmental regulations.

All interested parties shall submit a written response to this office, not to exceed three (3) pages, addressing the following information:

1. Company name.
2. Unique Entity ID (UEI) and/or CAGE Code.
3. Location where washes would occur.
4. A description of access requirements for the wash location.
5. A description of prior experience with washing large aircraft, highlighting any military-type washes.
6. Method for completing washes.
7. Indoor or outdoor washes.
8. Time required on location to complete washes.
9. Availability to schedule washes at the convenience of the Government.
10. Confirmation that all aircraft washing and cleaning procedures will be performed in accordance with TO 1C-130J-23CL-1 and TO 1C-130J-23S-3
11. Confirmation that only approved materials meeting MIL-PRF-87937 and MIL-PRF-85570 specifications will be used.

NOTICE: Technical Orders 1C-130J-23CL-1 and 1C-130J-23S-3 contain distribution-restricted technical data and will not be provided as part of this Sources Sought Notice. Interested parties are not required to review these TOs for the purpose of responding to this notice.

The requirements below identify the anticipated scope of work and key performance considerations applicable to C-130J aircraft exterior washing and corrosion control services. Any future contract award or agreement may require compliance with the current versions of applicable Technical Orders and Air Force guidance.

Applicable Requirements for C-130J Aircraft Washes

The contractor shall possess the capability to:

1. Perform exterior aircraft washing of C-130J aircraft using approved aircraft cleaning methods, equipment, and materials suitable for military aircraft finishes and coatings.
2. Utilize cleaning compounds, detergents, and wash procedures that are compatible with painted surfaces, transparencies, composite materials, antennas, sensors, and other aircraft components.
3. Conduct freshwater rinsing procedures sufficient to remove contaminants, cleaning agents, salt deposits, dirt, oil, grease, hydraulic fluid residue, exhaust residue, and environmental pollutants.
4. Prevent water intrusion into aircraft openings, vents, sensors, avionics components, pitot-static systems, and other sensitive areas during washing operations.
5. Protect aircraft components and finishes from damage caused by improper washing techniques, excessive pressure, unauthorized chemicals, abrasive materials, or improper equipment use.
6. Identify, document, and report visible signs of corrosion, coating deterioration, surface damage, fluid leaks, paint degradation, or other discrepancies observed during wash operations.
7. Comply with all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention requirements while performing aircraft wash operations.
8. Comply with all applicable environmental, hazardous material, hazardous waste, stormwater, and occupational safety regulations associated with aircraft washing activities.
9. Provide trained and qualified personnel familiar with military aircraft washing, corrosion prevention, corrosion detection, and corrosion reporting practices.
10. Furnish all labor, supervision, tools, equipment, cleaning materials, personal protective equipment, and transportation necessary to perform aircraft wash services.
11. Maintain documentation of completed wash services and any corrosion or maintenance discrepancies identified during performance.

1. Demonstrate the capability to perform aircraft washing services in a manner that supports corrosion prevention and preservation of aircraft structural integrity, protective coatings, and mission readiness.

In the event that Small Business contractors are not available for adequate competition for this requirement, it may be advertised as unrestricted.

Information shall be submitted via email to 136.AW.MSC@us.af.mil. Include the following subject line: “Sources Sought – Aircraft Washes – Your Company Name.” No facsimile responses will be accepted.

Applicable links:

MIL-PRF-87937- https://qpldocs.dla.mil/search/parts.aspx?qpl=2034

MIL-PRF-85570- https://qpldocs.dla.mil/search/parts.aspx?qpl=2132&param=MIL-PRF-85570E&type=262144