RFI - Aircraft Wash - RAF Mildenhall
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA558725-RFI-ACW
- Agency
-
Air Forces Europe and Africa
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 488190 Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
- Place of performance
- RAF Mildenhall United Kingdom
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking market research for aircraft wash services at RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. The procurement covers comprehensive aircraft washing and associated services for multiple aircraft types including CV-22, MC-130J, RC-135, and KC-135 aircraft assigned to the 100th Maintenance Squadron, 352 SOW, and 55 WG. Key requirements include completing each aircraft wash within 24 hours (27 hours for MC-130s), conducting thorough exterior cleaning, lubrication, corrosion inspection, and submitting monthly wash reports while maintaining strict security protocols and quality control standards. The contractor must provide qualified personnel with at least one US National holding a Secret Security Clearance, and all personnel must undergo background checks. This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only and will not result in a contract award, with responses due by 16:00 GMT on August 20, 2025.
This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and no current incumbents or contractors are identified in the documentation. The estimated annual contract value ranges between $25,000 to $150,000, with the government considering various contract vehicles including Blanket Purchase Agreements and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts structured as a 5-year term with one base year and four option years. The requirement encompasses approximately 146 aircraft washes annually, with specific allocations of 38 CV-22 washes, 30 MC-130J washes, 14 RC-135 washes, and 64 KC-135 washes per year. Labor requirements vary significantly by aircraft type, ranging from 50 to 120 hours per aircraft wash, with all services to be performed in Hangar 711 at RAF Mildenhall. Performance will be measured against specific thresholds including no more than two defects or customer complaints per month.
Notice text
The purpose of this Sources Sought is to issue an RFI (Request for Information) regarding Aircraft Wash Services. This announcement constitutes an RFI for informational and planning purposes only. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP), nor is it to be construed as a commitment by the Government. No contract will be awarded as a result. Industry’s response to the RFI—or lack thereof—will have no impact on the evaluation of responses to any subsequent RFP or Request for Quote (RFQ) released. The information requested will be used within 48 CONS as market research to facilitate decision making (e.g., determining acquisition strategy) and will not be disclosed outside the Government.
This RFI is issued to engage with industry regarding specific elements of the requirement. See the attached RFI and supporting PWS for more information - we look forward to hearing your feedback.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFI Aircraft Wash Services_RAF Mildenhall (RFP) Amendment 1.pdf | ||
| PWS Aircraft Wash 10 July 2025.pdf |
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