Aircraft Generator Test Stand (AGTS)

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center at Robins Air Force Base is conducting market research to procure an Aircraft Generator Test Stand (AGTS) to replace obsolete 400 cycle alternating current aircraft generator test stands for multiple aircraft platforms including A-10, F-15C, F-15E, F-16, B-1, and F-15EX. The procurement seeks to replace legacy test stand models K400B, K738XL/K400B-XL, and MC-2000, with specific technical requirements including electric AC/DC motor capabilities, hydraulic systems, power supply controllers, and load bank functionalities. Potential contractors must demonstrate manufacturing capabilities, quality assurance processes (such as ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications), and cybersecurity compliance, with the NAICS code 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. The government is currently seeking detailed responses from potential sources, with a response deadline of January 10, 2025, and encourages participation from both large and small businesses, including potential teaming arrangements. Currently, AVTRON (CAGE Code 01014) is the only known company to have submitted a proposal.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for the contract, meaning both large and small businesses can compete. The technical data package is owned by the government, and the procurement is not considered a commercial item. While no specific award value is mentioned, the contract involves replacing critical test equipment supporting multiple aircraft platforms with precise technical specifications, including operation at 220 or 440 volts, 3-phase, 60 cycle power sources and speeds between 2440-9150 RPM. The government has established stringent performance requirements, including Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) metrics and comprehensive testing protocols covering speed range verification, field performance, insulation resistance, meter calibration, and heat run testing. Specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) have been identified for the test stands, including 4920-01-724-5180 for AGTS, 4920-01-093-0521 for K400 Test Stand, and 4920-01-459-8016 for MC-2000 Test Stand.