C-130 ISO Maintenance Stands & Accessories

The Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces is seeking sources to provide C-130 aircraft maintenance stands and accessories for Yokota Air Base in Japan through this sources sought notice. The procurement involves specialized maintenance stands designed for C-130J aircraft, including multiple platform configurations for different aircraft sections such as wing stands, fuselage stands, entry platforms, panel racks, wheel storage, and engine workbenches. The stands must meet specific design requirements including fall protection, corrosion prevention, technician accessibility, and adaptability for both short and long C-130J aircraft models, with features like 57-inch crew entrance door height, adjustable propeller and engine maintenance access, and integrated electrical outlets. The selected contractor will also be responsible for shipping the maintenance stands directly to Yokota Air Base through commercial carrier and providing installation and setup services in Japan. Responses to this sources sought notice are due by July 27, 2025, with the notice having been posted on July 10, 2025.

This opportunity does not include any set-aside designations and is classified under NAICS code 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. No information regarding potential incumbents, current contractors, or specific award values has been provided in the notice. The technical specifications emphasize modular, versatile stands that can accommodate various maintenance tasks across different aircraft zones, including ground-level and elevated panel storage, wheel racks for nose and main landing gear, and ergonomic workstations near engine stations. The proposed maintenance infrastructure aims to serve as comprehensive iso (isolation) maintenance support for Pacific Air Forces operations, with Yokota Air Base functioning as the sole letter check inspection hub in the region. The design requirements focus on improving maintenance efficiency, safety, and workflow through purpose-built platforms with features like removable guardrails, padded shelving, and configurations that allow aircraft towing without repeatedly relocating stands.