Environmental Control System Test Set

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center at Robins Air Force Base is conducting market research to identify potential sources for procuring an Environmental Control System Test Set (NSN 4920-01-387-6124) specifically designed for F-16 aircraft maintenance operations. This specialized testing equipment includes temperature, pressure, and multimeter subsystems with a digital display panel for troubleshooting aircraft environmental control systems. The government has classified this as a commercial item and is seeking contractors with expertise, capabilities, and experience in manufacturing industrial process measurement and control instruments. Potential respondents must demonstrate manufacturing expertise, production capabilities, quality assurance processes, and technical competence in producing F-16 environmental control system test equipment. The response deadline for this Request for Information is August 29, 2025, with submissions required electronically to Contracting Officer Alison Amerson.

This procurement opportunity does not include any set-aside designations, making it open to all qualified businesses regardless of size, though the government encourages joint ventures and teaming arrangements and has expressed particular interest in potential small business set-aside opportunities for future solicitations. The current sole source contractor for this effort is Howell (contractor code 98869), indicating an existing relationship that new vendors would potentially compete against. The estimated production requirement is approximately 4 units per year, suggesting a relatively low-volume but specialized manufacturing need. The government does not own or have access to the technical data for these items, which may impact the competitive landscape and require contractors to possess or develop their own technical specifications. Contractors will be responsible for furnishing all materials, support equipment, tools, test equipment, and services, including maintaining and calibrating all necessary support equipment at their facilities or subcontractor facilities.