Azimuth Gearbox Assembly Requirement Documents
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA8507_Azimuth_Gearbox_Assembly
- Agency
-
Air Force
Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 333612 Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing
- PSC
- 5840 Radar Equipment, Except Airborne
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force is conducting market research to refine requirements for the procurement of two Azimuth Gearbox Assemblies (AGA) designed to control the positioning of a 27-meter dish radar antenna. This is a pre-solicitation notice with a response deadline of January 23, 2026, and interested vendors must maintain current SAM records and anticipate meeting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements per DFARS Clause 252.204-7021. The contract will require non-recurring engineering to review and update design documentation, create missing drawings, and establish a definitive design baseline before manufacturing. The government intends to award a firm-fixed price contract using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procurement method, with technical evaluation focusing on four subfactors: gearbox design and manufacture, integration and test, management plan, and Integrated Master Schedule. The government emphasizes that participation in this market research survey does not guarantee participation in future solicitations or awards, and vendors will not be reimbursed for survey participation expenses.
No set-aside designations are being used for this procurement. The incumbent contractor is Raytheon Company, which developed the original overhaul kit and engineering drawings under contract FA8555-16-C-3773. The specific technical requirements include manufacturing gearboxes capable of supporting brief torque of 88 foot-pounds at 3,540 RPM and continuous torque of 44 foot-pounds at 3,600 RPM, with a total rotating equipment weight not exceeding 550,000 pounds and a 20-year operational life. The gearbox assembly comprises 134 unique components and must undergo comprehensive testing protocols, including a pressure test to 5 PSI for 12 hours and a 24-hour no-load break-in performance test with motor input at 1,800 RPM. Offerors must provide technical proposals limited to 40 pages and include a small business subcontracting plan if they are large businesses; the government will provide an actual gearbox unit for reverse engineering purposes and plans to furnish it as Government Furnished Property (GFP) in the upcoming solicitation.
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Update #4 · Latest ·
** Note: Companies must have current SAM record
** Note: Starting 10 November 2025, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) contract requirements in DFARS Clause 252.204-7021 may be included in any DoD Contracts or Solicitations. Companies must have a current Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification status that meets or exceeds the requirements in future solicitation or contract.
** Reference Notice ID FA8507_Azimuth_Gearbox
The United States Government is conducting market research in order to refine its requirements for the qualification and production of an Azimuth Gearbox Assembly (AGA) suitable to control the positioning of 27 meter dish radar. The level of security clearance an amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined, however, the Contractor Should anticipate working with teams consisting of military, civilian, and national partners, and contract personnel from various services and agencies.
Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or awards. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. At this time, the Government is not seeking proposals and will not accept unsoclited proposals.
In accordance with FAR 52.215-3:
1. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this market research or otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts provided in Subection 31.205-18, Bid and Proposal Costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
2. Although "proposal" and "offeror" may be used in this Request For Information, your response will be treated as informaiton only. It shall not be used as a proposal.
3. This Request for Information is issued for the purpose of market research in order for the USG to better refine its requirement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested vendors are encouraged to review the Government's DRAFT Statement of Work, Contract Data Requirements, Instructions to Offerors, and Evaluation Factors for Award. Industry feedback are invaluable to ensuring the clarity, accurance, and feasibility of these documents.
Documents For Review:
Please review the following documents, which are attached to posting:
- Draft Statement of Work (SOW) - Defines the specific tasks, deliverables, and performance standards required for this project.
- Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) - Outlines the required data deliverables, their format, frequency, and recipient.
- Section L - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors - [: Details the instructions for preparing and submitting proposals, including any specific conditions and notices.
- Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award - Outlines the criteria that will be used to evaluate proposals and determine the successful offeror.
The USG is seeking Industry feedback to:
- Ensure the SOW is clear, concise, and technically achievable.
- Validate the CDRLs are appropriate, necessary, and feasible to produce.
- Identify any potential ambiguities or discrepancies in Sections L&M.
- Gather insights on potential risks, challenges, and opportunities related to this project.
- Ultimately, improve the quality and effectiveness of the final solicitation.
Specific Areas of Interest:
While we welcome any and all feedback, we are particularly interested in your perspective on the following:
- Technical Feasibility: Are the technical requirements outlined in the SOW achievable with current technology and resources?
- Clarity and Completeness: Are the requirements in the SOW and CDRLs clearly defined and free from ambiguity? Are there any missing or redundant requirements?
- Cost and Schedule: Based on your expertise, do you anticipate any significant cost drivers or schedule challenges related to these requirements?
- Responsiveness to Sections L & M: Do you foresee any difficulties in preparing a responsive proposal that fully addresses the requirements outlined in Sections L and M?
- Potential Innovations: Are there any innovative approaches or technologies that could be considered to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of this project?
Instructions for Providing Feedback:
Please submit your comments, questions, and suggestions in the following format:
- Document: [SOW, CDRL, Section L, or Section M]
- Section/Paragraph Number: [Specific section and paragraph number where the comment applies]
- Comment: [Detailed description of your feedback, including any proposed changes or suggestions]
You can provide your feedback directly in the attached documents using track changes and comments, or compile your feedback in a separate document using the format described above.
The Government acknowledges and appreciates the time and effort needed to respond to this request for information. However, be advised that the dissemination of this Sources Sought/RFI does NOT obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or subsequently award a contract. This activity was solely for market research purposes.
No telephone requests will be honored, and no hard copies will be mailed out. No questions may be submitted by telephone, and shall be submitted in writing to the Points of Contact listed below. All questions and answers will be uploaded to www.SAM.gov. However, the identity of the potential offeror will not be included.All interested vendors are encouraged to monitor the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at [SAM.gov Website Address - e.g., www.sam.gov] for any future updates, pre-solicitation notices, and/or the release of a formal solicitation related to this or similar requirements.
Submission Deadline:
Please submit your feedback no later than 23 January 2026 at 4:00 EST to the following points of contact:
- - Brandon Jones, Lead Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, brandon.jones.96@us.af.mil
- - Jessica Roberts, Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, jessica.roberts.21@us.af.mil
- - Jason Hersey, Program Manager AFLCMC/ESGS, jason.hersey.1.ctr@us.af.mil
*** Questions and Answers Dated 7 January 2026 added as additional attachment.
*** Questions and Answers Dated 8 January 2026 added as additional attachment.
Update #3 ·
** Note: Companies must have current SAM record
** Note: Starting 10 November 2025, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) contract requirements in DFARS Clause 252.204-7021 may be included in any DoD Contracts or Solicitations. Companies must have a current Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification status that meets or exceeds the requirements in future solicitation or contract.
** Reference Notice ID FA8507_Azimuth_Gearbox
The United States Government is conducting market research in order to refine its requirements for the qualification and production of an Azimuth Gearbox Assembly (AGA) suitable to control the positioning of 27 meter dish radar. The level of security clearance an amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined, however, the Contractor Should anticipate working with teams consisting of military, civilian, and national partners, and contract personnel from various services and agencies.
Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or awards. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. At this time, the Government is not seeking proposals and will not accept unsoclited proposals.
In accordance with FAR 52.215-3:
1. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this market research or otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts provided in Subection 31.205-18, Bid and Proposal Costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
2. Although "proposal" and "offeror" may be used in this Request For Information, your response will be treated as informaiton only. It shall not be used as a proposal.
3. This Request for Information is issued for the purpose of market research in order for the USG to better refine its requirement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested vendors are encouraged to review the Government's DRAFT Statement of Work, Contract Data Requirements, Instructions to Offerors, and Evaluation Factors for Award. Industry feedback are invaluable to ensuring the clarity, accurance, and feasibility of these documents.
Documents For Review:
Please review the following documents, which are attached to posting:
- Draft Statement of Work (SOW) - Defines the specific tasks, deliverables, and performance standards required for this project.
- Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) - Outlines the required data deliverables, their format, frequency, and recipient.
- Section L - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors - [: Details the instructions for preparing and submitting proposals, including any specific conditions and notices.
- Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award - Outlines the criteria that will be used to evaluate proposals and determine the successful offeror.
The USG is seeking Industry feedback to:
- Ensure the SOW is clear, concise, and technically achievable.
- Validate the CDRLs are appropriate, necessary, and feasible to produce.
- Identify any potential ambiguities or discrepancies in Sections L&M.
- Gather insights on potential risks, challenges, and opportunities related to this project.
- Ultimately, improve the quality and effectiveness of the final solicitation.
Specific Areas of Interest:
While we welcome any and all feedback, we are particularly interested in your perspective on the following:
- Technical Feasibility: Are the technical requirements outlined in the SOW achievable with current technology and resources?
- Clarity and Completeness: Are the requirements in the SOW and CDRLs clearly defined and free from ambiguity? Are there any missing or redundant requirements?
- Cost and Schedule: Based on your expertise, do you anticipate any significant cost drivers or schedule challenges related to these requirements?
- Responsiveness to Sections L & M: Do you foresee any difficulties in preparing a responsive proposal that fully addresses the requirements outlined in Sections L and M?
- Potential Innovations: Are there any innovative approaches or technologies that could be considered to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of this project?
Instructions for Providing Feedback:
Please submit your comments, questions, and suggestions in the following format:
- Document: [SOW, CDRL, Section L, or Section M]
- Section/Paragraph Number: [Specific section and paragraph number where the comment applies]
- Comment: [Detailed description of your feedback, including any proposed changes or suggestions]
You can provide your feedback directly in the attached documents using track changes and comments, or compile your feedback in a separate document using the format described above.
The Government acknowledges and appreciates the time and effort needed to respond to this request for information. However, be advised that the dissemination of this Sources Sought/RFI does NOT obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or subsequently award a contract. This activity was solely for market research purposes.
No telephone requests will be honored, and no hard copies will be mailed out. No questions may be submitted by telephone, and shall be submitted in writing to the Points of Contact listed below. All questions and answers will be uploaded to www.SAM.gov. However, the identity of the potential offeror will not be included.All interested vendors are encouraged to monitor the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at [SAM.gov Website Address - e.g., www.sam.gov] for any future updates, pre-solicitation notices, and/or the release of a formal solicitation related to this or similar requirements.
Submission Deadline:
Please submit your feedback no later than 23 January 2026 at 4:00 EST to the following points of contact:
- - Brandon Jones, Lead Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, brandon.jones.96@us.af.mil
- - Jessica Roberts, Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, jessica.roberts.21@us.af.mil
- - Jason Hersey, Program Manager AFLCMC/ESGS, jason.hersey.1.ctr@us.af.mil
*** Questions and Answers Dated 7 January 2026 added as additional attachment.
Update #2 ·
** Note: Companies must have current SAM record
** Note: Starting 10 November 2025, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) contract requirements in DFARS Clause 252.204-7021 may be included in any DoD Contracts or Solicitations. Companies must have a current Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification status that meets or exceeds the requirements in future solicitation or contract.
** Reference Notice ID FA8507_Azimuth_Gearbox
The United States Government is conducting market research in order to refine its requirements for the qualification and production of an Azimuth Gearbox Assembly (AGA) suitable to control the positioning of 27 meter dish radar. The level of security clearance an amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined, however, the Contractor Should anticipate working with teams consisting of military, civilian, and national partners, and contract personnel from various services and agencies.
Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or awards. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. At this time, the Government is not seeking proposals and will not accept unsoclited proposals.
In accordance with FAR 52.215-3:
1. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this market research or otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts provided in Subection 31.205-18, Bid and Proposal Costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
2. Although "proposal" and "offeror" may be used in this Request For Information, your response will be treated as informaiton only. It shall not be used as a proposal.
3. This Request for Information is issued for the purpose of market research in order for the USG to better refine its requirement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested vendors are encouraged to review the Government's DRAFT Statement of Work, Contract Data Requirements, Instructions to Offerors, and Evaluation Factors for Award. Industry feedback are invaluable to ensuring the clarity, accurance, and feasibility of these documents.
Documents For Review:
Please review the following documents, which are attached to posting:
- Draft Statement of Work (SOW) - Defines the specific tasks, deliverables, and performance standards required for this project.
- Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) - Outlines the required data deliverables, their format, frequency, and recipient.
- Section L - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors - [: Details the instructions for preparing and submitting proposals, including any specific conditions and notices.
- Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award - Outlines the criteria that will be used to evaluate proposals and determine the successful offeror.
The USG is seeking Industry feedback to:
- Ensure the SOW is clear, concise, and technically achievable.
- Validate the CDRLs are appropriate, necessary, and feasible to produce.
- Identify any potential ambiguities or discrepancies in Sections L&M.
- Gather insights on potential risks, challenges, and opportunities related to this project.
- Ultimately, improve the quality and effectiveness of the final solicitation.
Specific Areas of Interest:
While we welcome any and all feedback, we are particularly interested in your perspective on the following:
- Technical Feasibility: Are the technical requirements outlined in the SOW achievable with current technology and resources?
- Clarity and Completeness: Are the requirements in the SOW and CDRLs clearly defined and free from ambiguity? Are there any missing or redundant requirements?
- Cost and Schedule: Based on your expertise, do you anticipate any significant cost drivers or schedule challenges related to these requirements?
- Responsiveness to Sections L & M: Do you foresee any difficulties in preparing a responsive proposal that fully addresses the requirements outlined in Sections L and M?
- Potential Innovations: Are there any innovative approaches or technologies that could be considered to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of this project?
Instructions for Providing Feedback:
Please submit your comments, questions, and suggestions in the following format:
- Document: [SOW, CDRL, Section L, or Section M]
- Section/Paragraph Number: [Specific section and paragraph number where the comment applies]
- Comment: [Detailed description of your feedback, including any proposed changes or suggestions]
You can provide your feedback directly in the attached documents using track changes and comments, or compile your feedback in a separate document using the format described above.
The Government acknowledges and appreciates the time and effort needed to respond to this request for information. However, be advised that the dissemination of this Sources Sought/RFI does NOT obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or subsequently award a contract. This activity was solely for market research purposes.
No telephone requests will be honored, and no hard copies will be mailed out. No questions may be submitted by telephone, and shall be submitted in writing to the Points of Contact listed below. All questions and answers will be uploaded to www.SAM.gov. However, the identity of the potential offeror will not be included.All interested vendors are encouraged to monitor the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at [SAM.gov Website Address - e.g., www.sam.gov] for any future updates, pre-solicitation notices, and/or the release of a formal solicitation related to this or similar requirements.
Submission Deadline:
Please submit your feedback no later than 23 January 2026 at 4:00 EST to the following points of contact:
- - Brandon Jones, Lead Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, brandon.jones.96@us.af.mil
- - Jessica Roberts, Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, jessica.roberts.21@us.af.mil
- - Jason Hersey, Program Manager AFLCMC/ESGS, jason.hersey.1.ctr@us.af.mil
Update #1 ·
** Note: Companies must have current SAM record
** Note: Starting 10 November 2025, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) contract requirements in DFARS Clause 252.204-7021 may be included in any DoD Contracts or Solicitations. Companies must have a current Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification status that meets or exceeds the requirements in future solicitation or contract.
** Reference Notice ID FA8507_Azimuth_Gearbox
The United States Government is conducting market research in order to refine its requirements for the qualification and production of an Azimuth Gearbox Assembly (AGA) suitable to control the positioning of 27 meter dish radar. The level of security clearance an amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined, however, the Contractor Should anticipate working with teams consisting of military, civilian, and national partners, and contract personnel from various services and agencies.
Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or awards. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. At this time, the Government is not seeking proposals and will not accept unsoclited proposals.
In accordance with FAR 52.215-3:
1. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this market research or otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts provided in Subection 31.205-18, Bid and Proposal Costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
2. Although "proposal" and "offeror" may be used in this Request For Information, your response will be treated as informaiton only. It shall not be used as a proposal.
3. This Request for Information is issued for the purpose of market research in order for the USG to better refine its requirement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested vendors are encouraged to review the Government's DRAFT Statement of Work, Contract Data Requirements, Instructions to Offerors, and Evaluation Factors for Award. Industry feedback are invaluable to ensuring the clarity, accurance, and feasibility of these documents.
Documents For Review:
Please review the following documents, which are attached to posting:
- Draft Statement of Work (SOW) - Defines the specific tasks, deliverables, and performance standards required for this project.
- Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) - Outlines the required data deliverables, their format, frequency, and recipient.
- Section L - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors - [: Details the instructions for preparing and submitting proposals, including any specific conditions and notices.
- Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award - Outlines the criteria that will be used to evaluate proposals and determine the successful offeror.
The USG is seeking Industry feedback to:
- Ensure the SOW is clear, concise, and technically achievable.
- Validate the CDRLs are appropriate, necessary, and feasible to produce.
- Identify any potential ambiguities or discrepancies in Sections L&M.
- Gather insights on potential risks, challenges, and opportunities related to this project.
- Ultimately, improve the quality and effectiveness of the final solicitation.
Specific Areas of Interest:
While we welcome any and all feedback, we are particularly interested in your perspective on the following:
- Technical Feasibility: Are the technical requirements outlined in the SOW achievable with current technology and resources?
- Clarity and Completeness: Are the requirements in the SOW and CDRLs clearly defined and free from ambiguity? Are there any missing or redundant requirements?
- Cost and Schedule: Based on your expertise, do you anticipate any significant cost drivers or schedule challenges related to these requirements?
- Responsiveness to Sections L & M: Do you foresee any difficulties in preparing a responsive proposal that fully addresses the requirements outlined in Sections L and M?
- Potential Innovations: Are there any innovative approaches or technologies that could be considered to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of this project?
Instructions for Providing Feedback:
Please submit your comments, questions, and suggestions in the following format:
- Document: [SOW, CDRL, Section L, or Section M]
- Section/Paragraph Number: [Specific section and paragraph number where the comment applies]
- Comment: [Detailed description of your feedback, including any proposed changes or suggestions]
You can provide your feedback directly in the attached documents using track changes and comments, or compile your feedback in a separate document using the format described above.
The Government acknowledges and appreciates the time and effort needed to respond to this request for information. However, be advised that the dissemination of this Sources Sought/RFI does NOT obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or subsequently award a contract. This activity was solely for market research purposes. All interested vendors are encouraged to monitor the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at [SAM.gov Website Address - e.g., www.sam.gov] for any future updates, pre-solicitation notices, and/or the release of a formal solicitation related to this or similar requirements.
Submission Deadline:
Please submit your feedback no later than 23 January 2026 at 4:00 EST to the following points of contact:
- - Brandon Jones, Lead Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, brandon.jones.96@us.af.mil
- - Jessica Roberts, Contracting Officer AFLCMC/ESKC, jessica.roberts.21@us.af.mil
- - Jason Hersey, Program Manager AFLCMC/ESGS, jason.hersey.1.ctr@us.af.mil
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Questions and Answers_8 January 2026.pdf | ||
| Question and Answers_ 7 January 2026.pdf | ||
| Azimuth Gearbox SOW 17 Dec 25.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment X - CDRLs.pdf | ||
| Instructions to Offerors and Evaluation Language v4_Clean.docx | DOCX document | |
| d2220940_a_all.pdf |
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