MC-130J Variable Speed Drogue (VSD) Full Rate Production Effort
Cancelled Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA8509-21-R-0003
- Agency
-
AFLCMC Robins AFB
Lifecycle Management Center, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336413 Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center is seeking proposals to manufacture Variable Speed Drogues and associated support equipment for installation on its fleet of MC-130J aircraft. The five-year contract will utilize the Delivery Protection Program to initially award a mission essential quantity to a proven source while an unproven source manufactures a first article for testing and potential follow-on award. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical factors of packaging and transportation solutions, production plans, and composite spring manufacturing plans, with cost proposals evaluated for reasonableness, balance, and total price. The deadline for proposals is February 28, 2022.
There is no set-aside designation. The requirement falls under NAICS code 336413, PSC code 1680, with the incumbent being the original equipment manufacturer. The contract value is estimated between $25-50 million over the five-year period based on production of 132 Variable Speed Drogues per year plus associated spare parts and support equipment. Offerors must demonstrate expertise in the MC-130J aircraft and Sargent Fletcher Air Refueling Pod for which these customized components were designed.
Notice text
3 versions
Update #3 · Latest ·
Title: Variable Speed Drogue (P/N: 405348-1; NSN: 1680-01-650-9061)
The Government currently has a requirement to manufacture the Variable Speed Drogue (VSD) for the Sargent Fletcher Air Refueling Pod (P/N: 405348-1; NSN: 1680-01-650-9061) in accordance with the Technical Data Package that will be provided by the Government. The VSDs will be installed onto its fleet of MC-130J aircrafts. This effort is a production kit requirement. The Government plans to utilize the Delivery Protection Program (DPP) competitive procedures to fulfill this requirement. The DPP competitive procedures allows the Government to award Mission Essential Quantity (MEQ) to a proven source pursuant to FAR 6.302-1 while an unproven source is manufacturing a first article. Unproven sources will be required to provide a First Article for testing and qualification prior to being awarded the Option for the remaining requirement. Final part numbers and quantities will be identified in the resulting contract to include VSDs, initial spares, and support equipment. The resultant contract is planned to have a period of performance of five (5) years as follows: two (2) year basic, with three (3) options.
The final awardee shall manufacture and produce the VSDs, support equipment, initial spares, and any deliverables as specified in the contract and Statement of Work (SOW). The Government requires a vendor that possesses the expertise and specific knowledge of the SOF MC-130J and Sargent Fletcher Air Refueling Pod. This VSD and other applicable parts were engineered and developed specifically for the Air Refueling Pod on the MC-130J aircrafts. These items cannot be purchased in the commercial marketplace.
All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. This opportunity is not open to foreign vendors.
Update #2 ·
Title: Variable Speed Drogue (P/N: 405348-1; NSN: 1680-01-650-9061)
The Government currently has a requirement to manufacture the Variable Speed Drogue (VSD) for the Sargent Fletcher Air Refueling Pod (P/N: 405348-1; NSN: 1680-01-650-9061) in accordance with the Technical Data Package that will be provided by the Government. The VSDs will be installed onto its fleet of MC-130J aircrafts. This effort is a production kit requirement. The Government plans to utilize the Delivery Protection Program (DPP) competitive procedures to fulfill this requirement. The DPP competitive procedures allows the Government to award Mission Essential Quantity (MEQ) to a proven source pursuant to FAR 6.302-1 while an unproven source is manufacturing a first article. Unproven sources will be required to provide a First Article for testing and qualification prior to being awarded the Option for the remaining requirement. Final part numbers and quantities will be identified in the resulting contract to include VSDs, initial spares, and support equipment. The resultant contract is planned to have a period of performance of five (5) years as follows: two (2) year basic, with three (3) options.
The final awardee shall manufacture and produce the VSDs, support equipment, initial spares, and any deliverables as specified in the contract and Statement of Work (SOW). The Government requires a vendor that possesses the expertise and specific knowledge of the SOF MC-130J and Sargent Fletcher Air Refueling Pod. This VSD and other applicable parts were engineered and developed specifically for the Air Refueling Pod on the MC-130J aircrafts. These items cannot be purchased in the commercial marketplace.
Update #1 ·
Title: Variable Speed Drogue (P/N: 405348-1; NSN: 1680-01-650-9061)
The Government currently has a requirement to manufacture the Variable Speed Drogue (VSD) for the Sargent Fletcher Air Refueling Pod (P/N: 405348-1; NSN: 1680-01-650-9061) in accordance with the Technical Data Package that will be provided by the Government. The VSDs will be installed onto its fleet of MC-130J aircrafts. This effort is a production kit requirement. The Government plans to utilize the Delivery Protection Program (DPP) competitive procedures to fulfill this requirement. The DPP competitive procedures allows the Government to award Mission Essential Quantity (MEQ) to a proven source pursuant to FAR 6.302-1 while an unproven source is manufacturing a first article. Unproven sources will be required to provide a First Article for testing and qualification prior to being awarded the Option for the remaining requirement. Final part numbers and quantities will be identified in the resulting contract to include VSDs, initial spares, and support equipment. The resultant contract is planned to have a period of performance of five (5) years as follows: one (1) year basic, with four (4) options.
The final awardee shall manufacture and produce the VSDs, support equipment, initial spares, and any deliverables as specified in the contract and Statement of Work (SOW). The Government requires a vendor that possesses the expertise and specific knowledge of the SOF MC-130J and Sargent Fletcher Air Refueling Pod. This VSD and other applicable parts were engineered and developed specifically for the Air Refueling Pod on the MC-130J aircrafts. These items cannot be purchased in the commercial marketplace.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Method of Manufacturing Sheet.pdf | ||
| PD439030.pdf | ||
| VSD_Drawings.pdf | ||
| Exhibit_D_Initial_Spare_Parts_Kit_B.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| DDForm1653_Transportation Requirements.pdf | ||
| FA8509-21-R-0003.pdf | ||
| Section_M_Sample_TEP_Calc.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Exhibit_B_CDRL_B001.pdf | ||
| Exhibit_A_CDRLs_A001_A008.pdf | ||
| SOW_8Apr2021.pdf | ||
| Exhibit_C_Initial_Spare_Parts_Kit_A.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| AFMC158_Packaging _Requirements.pdf | ||
| Section L - Instructions_Conditions and Notices to Offerors.pdf | ||
| Attachment 01 of Section M -Sample TEP Calculation for VSD.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award.pdf |
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Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation | |
| MC-130J Variable Speed Drogue (VSD) Full Rate Production Effort | Pre-Solicitation |
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