F-16 Parts Washer

The Department of the Army National Guard is soliciting proposals for a specialized parts washer system designed to clean F-16 fighter jet components at the 149th Fighter Wing. The procurement seeks a single, sophisticated cleaning machine capable of performing a three-stage process including ultrasonic wash with dual filtration, ultrasonic rinse with filtration, and recirculating hot-air drying for various weapon components such as bomb rack parts, 20mm gun housings, rotors, and ammunition drums. The parts washer must feature stainless steel tank construction with specific dimensions of 24"L x 40"W x 20"D for the tank and overall machine dimensions of 134"L x 58"W x 62"H, along with independent tanks, full insulation, and an illuminated control panel. Award decisions will be based on price, delivery time, and customer specifications rather than lowest price alone, with the goal of saving 40 man-hours per week (over 2,000 hours annually). Proposals are due August 19, 2025, with delivery required within 120 days of contract award.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation documents. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the procurement includes requirements for delivery, installation, training, and warranty coverage, with the government seeking a warranty period of one to two years and future parts availability. The contract will be structured as a one-time purchase using a fixed firm price arrangement for the single parts washer unit. Performance will take place at Joint Base San Antonio - Lackland Air Force Base, Texas 78236, where the equipment will replace two existing units and require 3-phase, 208VAC, 100Amp power supply for operation.