Wheel Washer
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA483026Q0051
- Agency
-
Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 333310 Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Moody AFB, Georgia 31699, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command seeks competitive bids to furnish, deliver, install, test, and commission a specialized wheel washer for C-130 aircraft operations, with proposals due August 13, 2026 and questions due August 3, 2026. This is a Total Small Business set-aside.
Place of performance is the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia (Bemiss Road, Moody AFB, GA 31699). The equipment must support C-130 aircraft mission readiness and squadron-level wheel overhaul operations.
The wheel washer must feature a heated wash system, automated brush cleaning system, and high-pressure spray cleaning system, with C-130-specific cleaning brushes. The internal wash chamber must accommodate a minimum 26 inches by 26 inches by 26 inches to handle C-130 wheels measuring 24.5 inches in diameter and 17 inches in height, weighing up to 175 pounds maximum. The equipment cabinet or tank must be constructed of stainless steel. The system must operate on 480V, 3-phase, 50-60Hz power and utilize water-based cleaning solutions with no known adverse environmental impacts. The contractor shall comply with applicable industry safety standards for automated machinery and high-pressure cleaning equipment; no specific safety certifications (UL, OSHA, ANSI, or NFPA) are mandated. The government prefers minimum capacity of one wheel per 30 minutes and oil separation and filtration capabilities, though these are not required.
The contractor shall deliver the equipment no later than 90 calendar days after contract award, perform installation and operational testing upon delivery, provide complete operation and maintenance documentation, and conduct on-site training covering operation, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. The Government has pre-installed required electrical services; water, compressed-air supply, and drainage handling are available on-site. The NAICS code is 333310, Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing; PSC is 4940, Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment. Amendment 0003, issued August 5, attached questions received and answers provided.
Notice text
4 versions
Update #4 · Latest ·
AMENDMENT 0003, 05 AUGUST 2026, The reason for this amendment is to attach the questions that were received and their corresponding answers.
AMENDMENT 0002, 31 JULY 2026, The reason for this amendment is to extend the solicitation date from 31 July 2026 to 13 August 2026 at 10:00 AM EST. Additionally a deadline for submission of questions has been added at the bottom and will be due by 03 August 2026.
AMENDMENT 0001, 30 JULY 2026, The reason for this amendment is to extend the solicitation date from 30 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 at 10:00 AM EST.
1. Project Overview
The Government is seeking competitive bids from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver, install, test, and place into full operational service a specialized wheel washer. This equipment is mission-essential to support C-130 aircraft mission readiness and squadron-level wheel overhaul operations.
2. Scope of Work Summary
The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, and incidental services necessary to deliver and install a fully operational wheel washer meeting all technical and physical parameters outlined below.
Key Objectives
• Furnish and deliver a complete wheel washer system.
• Perform full installation and operational testing.
• Provide complete system commissioning and handoff.
• Conduct on-site operational and safety training for Government personnel.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
The proposed equipment must meet or exceed the following specifications:
• Wash Systems: Must feature a heated wash system, an automated brush cleaning system, and a high-pressure spray cleaning system.
• Brushes: Must include C-130-specific wheel and hub cleaning brushes.
• Chamber Dimensions: Minimum internal wash chamber dimensions of 26 inches x 26 inches x 26 inches to accommodate the largest C-130 wheel assembly.
• Environmental Standard: The equipment must utilize a water-based cleaning solution with no known adverse environmental impacts.
• Safety Compliance: The system must comply with applicable industry safety standards for automated machinery and high-pressure cleaning equipment.
Installation Location
• Location: 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• Note: Required electrical services have been pre-installed by the Government and are ready to support integration.
3. Deliverables and Milestones
Delivery: Furnish and deliver one (1) wheel washer meeting all specified technical standards in accordance with the attached statement of work (SOW). No Later Than (NLT) 90 calendar days after contract award.
Installation & Operational Testing: Complete physical installation, electrical hookup, and initial commissioning upon equipment delivery.
Documentation: Provision of complete operation, maintenance, and safety manuals/documentation at or prior to final system handoff.
Training: On-site training for Government personnel covering operations, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting scheduled at a mutually agreed-upon date/time after successful installation.
Final Acceptance: Successful demonstration of complete operational capability and Government safety sign-off upon successful completion of installation, testing, training, and final verification.
4. Pricing and Quotation Format
Vendors are requested to submit pricing in a clear and detailed format based on the following guidelines:
• Pricing Structure: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP).
• Cost Breakdown: Quotations must provide individual line items for:
1. The wheel washer unit (including C-130 brushes and initial water-based solution).
2. Shipping, delivery, and handling fees to the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
3. Installation, testing, and commissioning labor.
4. On-site training and documentation delivery.
• Payment Terms: Payments will be processed upon successful milestone delivery or upon Final Acceptance (e.g., Net 30 basis after physical sign-off).
5. Submission Guidelines
• Submission Method: Email proposal to the designated Contact Email listed below.
• Deadline: All quotes must be received by 10:00am EST on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
• Proposal Requirements: Submissions should include a detailed technical description of the proposed wheel washer model (confirming chamber dimensions and wash systems), warranty details, and lead-time confirmation.
6. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated on a "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" basis. The evaluation factors are:
• Technical Compliance (Pass/Fail): Must meet all minimum SOW dimensions (26" x 26" x 26"), water-based chemistry, heated/automated wash components, and safety standards.
• Price: Total evaluated fixed price.
• Delivery Schedule: Ability to meet or improve upon the NLT 90-day delivery milestone.
• Past Performance: Vendor's history of delivering and supporting industrial cleaning or aviation ground support equipment.
7. Terms and Conditions
• This RFQ does not commit the Government to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of this quotation.
• The Government reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes received as a result of this request.
• Electrical Compatibility: The Contractor is responsible for ensuring the unit is fully compatible with the pre-installed electrical infrastructure at the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• The contractor must provide all applicable safety instructions, warning labels, and operating procedures prior to final acceptance.
Notice to Offeror(s)/Supplier(s): Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
Questions and Answers: Should you have any questions about this requirement, please submit them no later than 9:00 AM EST 03 August 2026, all questions must be emailed to the POCs via a word document or PDF. Answers to all questions will be posted to SAM.gov through an amendment to the solicitation. Interested vendors are responsible for monitoring the solicitation for amendments and updates.
Responses to this notice must be submitted electronically via email to the primary point of contact listed below. If sending attachments with e-mail, ensure only .pdf, .doc, or .xls documents are sent.
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM, EST.
Submit To: SSgt Landon Docherty at landon.docherty@us.af.mil and CC: SrA Erick Boswell at erick.boswell@us.af.mil
Subject Line: “RFQ response – Aircraft Wheel Washer - [Your company name]”
Update #3 ·
AMENDMENT 0002, 31 JULY 2026, The reason for this amendment is to extend the solicitation date from 31 July 2026 to 13 August 2026 at 10:00 AM EST. Additionally a deadline for submission of questions has been added at the bottom and will be due by 03 August 2026.
AMENDMENT 0001, 30 JULY 2026, The reason for this amendment is to extend the solicitation date from 30 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 at 10:00 AM EST.
1. Project Overview
The Government is seeking competitive bids from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver, install, test, and place into full operational service a specialized wheel washer. This equipment is mission-essential to support C-130 aircraft mission readiness and squadron-level wheel overhaul operations.
2. Scope of Work Summary
The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, and incidental services necessary to deliver and install a fully operational wheel washer meeting all technical and physical parameters outlined below.
Key Objectives
• Furnish and deliver a complete wheel washer system.
• Perform full installation and operational testing.
• Provide complete system commissioning and handoff.
• Conduct on-site operational and safety training for Government personnel.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
The proposed equipment must meet or exceed the following specifications:
• Wash Systems: Must feature a heated wash system, an automated brush cleaning system, and a high-pressure spray cleaning system.
• Brushes: Must include C-130-specific wheel and hub cleaning brushes.
• Chamber Dimensions: Minimum internal wash chamber dimensions of 26 inches x 26 inches x 26 inches to accommodate the largest C-130 wheel assembly.
• Environmental Standard: The equipment must utilize a water-based cleaning solution with no known adverse environmental impacts.
• Safety Compliance: The system must comply with applicable industry safety standards for automated machinery and high-pressure cleaning equipment.
Installation Location
• Location: 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• Note: Required electrical services have been pre-installed by the Government and are ready to support integration.
3. Deliverables and Milestones
Delivery: Furnish and deliver one (1) wheel washer meeting all specified technical standards in accordance with the attached statement of work (SOW). No Later Than (NLT) 90 calendar days after contract award.
Installation & Operational Testing: Complete physical installation, electrical hookup, and initial commissioning upon equipment delivery.
Documentation: Provision of complete operation, maintenance, and safety manuals/documentation at or prior to final system handoff.
Training: On-site training for Government personnel covering operations, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting scheduled at a mutually agreed-upon date/time after successful installation.
Final Acceptance: Successful demonstration of complete operational capability and Government safety sign-off upon successful completion of installation, testing, training, and final verification.
4. Pricing and Quotation Format
Vendors are requested to submit pricing in a clear and detailed format based on the following guidelines:
• Pricing Structure: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP).
• Cost Breakdown: Quotations must provide individual line items for:
1. The wheel washer unit (including C-130 brushes and initial water-based solution).
2. Shipping, delivery, and handling fees to the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
3. Installation, testing, and commissioning labor.
4. On-site training and documentation delivery.
• Payment Terms: Payments will be processed upon successful milestone delivery or upon Final Acceptance (e.g., Net 30 basis after physical sign-off).
5. Submission Guidelines
• Submission Method: Email proposal to the designated Contact Email listed below.
• Deadline: All quotes must be received by 10:00am EST on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
• Proposal Requirements: Submissions should include a detailed technical description of the proposed wheel washer model (confirming chamber dimensions and wash systems), warranty details, and lead-time confirmation.
6. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated on a "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" basis. The evaluation factors are:
• Technical Compliance (Pass/Fail): Must meet all minimum SOW dimensions (26" x 26" x 26"), water-based chemistry, heated/automated wash components, and safety standards.
• Price: Total evaluated fixed price.
• Delivery Schedule: Ability to meet or improve upon the NLT 90-day delivery milestone.
• Past Performance: Vendor's history of delivering and supporting industrial cleaning or aviation ground support equipment.
7. Terms and Conditions
• This RFQ does not commit the Government to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of this quotation.
• The Government reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes received as a result of this request.
• Electrical Compatibility: The Contractor is responsible for ensuring the unit is fully compatible with the pre-installed electrical infrastructure at the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• The contractor must provide all applicable safety instructions, warning labels, and operating procedures prior to final acceptance.
Notice to Offeror(s)/Supplier(s): Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
Questions and Answers: Should you have any questions about this requirement, please submit them no later than 9:00 AM EST 03 August 2026, all questions must be emailed to the POCs via a word document or PDF. Answers to all questions will be posted to SAM.gov through an amendment to the solicitation. Interested vendors are responsible for monitoring the solicitation for amendments and updates.
Responses to this notice must be submitted electronically via email to the primary point of contact listed below. If sending attachments with e-mail, ensure only .pdf, .doc, or .xls documents are sent.
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM, EST.
Submit To: SSgt Landon Docherty at landon.docherty@us.af.mil and CC: SrA Erick Boswell at erick.boswell@us.af.mil
Subject Line: “RFQ response – Aircraft Wheel Washer - [Your company name]”
Update #2 ·
AMENDMENT 0001, 30 JULY 2026, The reason for this amendment is to extend the solicitation date from 30 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 at 10:00 AM EST.
1. Project Overview
The Government is seeking competitive bids from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver, install, test, and place into full operational service a specialized wheel washer. This equipment is mission-essential to support C-130 aircraft mission readiness and squadron-level wheel overhaul operations.
2. Scope of Work Summary
The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, and incidental services necessary to deliver and install a fully operational wheel washer meeting all technical and physical parameters outlined below.
Key Objectives
• Furnish and deliver a complete wheel washer system.
• Perform full installation and operational testing.
• Provide complete system commissioning and handoff.
• Conduct on-site operational and safety training for Government personnel.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
The proposed equipment must meet or exceed the following specifications:
• Wash Systems: Must feature a heated wash system, an automated brush cleaning system, and a high-pressure spray cleaning system.
• Brushes: Must include C-130-specific wheel and hub cleaning brushes.
• Chamber Dimensions: Minimum internal wash chamber dimensions of 26 inches x 26 inches x 26 inches to accommodate the largest C-130 wheel assembly.
• Environmental Standard: The equipment must utilize a water-based cleaning solution with no known adverse environmental impacts.
• Safety Compliance: The system must comply with applicable industry safety standards for automated machinery and high-pressure cleaning equipment.
Installation Location
• Location: 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• Note: Required electrical services have been pre-installed by the Government and are ready to support integration.
3. Deliverables and Milestones
Delivery: Furnish and deliver one (1) wheel washer meeting all specified technical standards in accordance with the attached statement of work (SOW). No Later Than (NLT) 90 calendar days after contract award.
Installation & Operational Testing: Complete physical installation, electrical hookup, and initial commissioning upon equipment delivery.
Documentation: Provision of complete operation, maintenance, and safety manuals/documentation at or prior to final system handoff.
Training: On-site training for Government personnel covering operations, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting scheduled at a mutually agreed-upon date/time after successful installation.
Final Acceptance: Successful demonstration of complete operational capability and Government safety sign-off upon successful completion of installation, testing, training, and final verification.
4. Pricing and Quotation Format
Vendors are requested to submit pricing in a clear and detailed format based on the following guidelines:
• Pricing Structure: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP).
• Cost Breakdown: Quotations must provide individual line items for:
1. The wheel washer unit (including C-130 brushes and initial water-based solution).
2. Shipping, delivery, and handling fees to the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
3. Installation, testing, and commissioning labor.
4. On-site training and documentation delivery.
• Payment Terms: Payments will be processed upon successful milestone delivery or upon Final Acceptance (e.g., Net 30 basis after physical sign-off).
5. Submission Guidelines
• Submission Method: Email proposal to the designated Contact Email listed below.
• Deadline: All quotes must be received by 10:00am EST on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
• Proposal Requirements: Submissions should include a detailed technical description of the proposed wheel washer model (confirming chamber dimensions and wash systems), warranty details, and lead-time confirmation.
6. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated on a "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" basis. The evaluation factors are:
• Technical Compliance (Pass/Fail): Must meet all minimum SOW dimensions (26" x 26" x 26"), water-based chemistry, heated/automated wash components, and safety standards.
• Price: Total evaluated fixed price.
• Delivery Schedule: Ability to meet or improve upon the NLT 90-day delivery milestone.
• Past Performance: Vendor's history of delivering and supporting industrial cleaning or aviation ground support equipment.
7. Terms and Conditions
• This RFQ does not commit the Government to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of this quotation.
• The Government reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes received as a result of this request.
• Electrical Compatibility: The Contractor is responsible for ensuring the unit is fully compatible with the pre-installed electrical infrastructure at the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• The contractor must provide all applicable safety instructions, warning labels, and operating procedures prior to final acceptance.
Notice to Offeror(s)/Supplier(s): Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
Responses to this notice must be submitted electronically via email to the primary point of contact listed below. If sending attachments with e-mail, ensure only .pdf, .doc, or .xls documents are sent.
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM, EST.
Submit To: SSgt Landon Docherty at landon.docherty@us.af.mil and CC: SrA Erick Boswell at erick.boswell@us.af.mil
Subject Line: “RFQ response – Aircraft Wheel Washer - [Your company name]”
Update #1 ·
1. Project Overview
The Government is seeking competitive bids from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver, install, test, and place into full operational service a specialized wheel washer. This equipment is mission-essential to support C-130 aircraft mission readiness and squadron-level wheel overhaul operations.
2. Scope of Work Summary
The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, and incidental services necessary to deliver and install a fully operational wheel washer meeting all technical and physical parameters outlined below.
Key Objectives
• Furnish and deliver a complete wheel washer system.
• Perform full installation and operational testing.
• Provide complete system commissioning and handoff.
• Conduct on-site operational and safety training for Government personnel.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
The proposed equipment must meet or exceed the following specifications:
• Wash Systems: Must feature a heated wash system, an automated brush cleaning system, and a high-pressure spray cleaning system.
• Brushes: Must include C-130-specific wheel and hub cleaning brushes.
• Chamber Dimensions: Minimum internal wash chamber dimensions of 26 inches x 26 inches x 26 inches to accommodate the largest C-130 wheel assembly.
• Environmental Standard: The equipment must utilize a water-based cleaning solution with no known adverse environmental impacts.
• Safety Compliance: The system must comply with applicable industry safety standards for automated machinery and high-pressure cleaning equipment.
Installation Location
• Location: 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• Note: Required electrical services have been pre-installed by the Government and are ready to support integration.
3. Deliverables and Milestones
Delivery: Furnish and deliver one (1) wheel washer meeting all specified technical standards in accordance with the attached statement of work (SOW). No Later Than (NLT) 90 calendar days after contract award.
Installation & Operational Testing: Complete physical installation, electrical hookup, and initial commissioning upon equipment delivery.
Documentation: Provision of complete operation, maintenance, and safety manuals/documentation at or prior to final system handoff.
Training: On-site training for Government personnel covering operations, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting scheduled at a mutually agreed-upon date/time after successful installation.
Final Acceptance: Successful demonstration of complete operational capability and Government safety sign-off upon successful completion of installation, testing, training, and final verification.
4. Pricing and Quotation Format
Vendors are requested to submit pricing in a clear and detailed format based on the following guidelines:
• Pricing Structure: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP).
• Cost Breakdown: Quotations must provide individual line items for:
1. The wheel washer unit (including C-130 brushes and initial water-based solution).
2. Shipping, delivery, and handling fees to the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
3. Installation, testing, and commissioning labor.
4. On-site training and documentation delivery.
• Payment Terms: Payments will be processed upon successful milestone delivery or upon Final Acceptance (e.g., Net 30 basis after physical sign-off).
5. Submission Guidelines
• Submission Method: Email proposal to the designated Contact Email listed below.
• Deadline: All quotes must be received by 10:00am EST on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
• Proposal Requirements: Submissions should include a detailed technical description of the proposed wheel washer model (confirming chamber dimensions and wash systems), warranty details, and lead-time confirmation.
6. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated on a "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" basis. The evaluation factors are:
• Technical Compliance (Pass/Fail): Must meet all minimum SOW dimensions (26" x 26" x 26"), water-based chemistry, heated/automated wash components, and safety standards.
• Price: Total evaluated fixed price.
• Delivery Schedule: Ability to meet or improve upon the NLT 90-day delivery milestone.
• Past Performance: Vendor's history of delivering and supporting industrial cleaning or aviation ground support equipment.
7. Terms and Conditions
• This RFQ does not commit the Government to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of this quotation.
• The Government reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes received as a result of this request.
• Electrical Compatibility: The Contractor is responsible for ensuring the unit is fully compatible with the pre-installed electrical infrastructure at the 71st Isochronal Maintenance Facility.
• The contractor must provide all applicable safety instructions, warning labels, and operating procedures prior to final acceptance.
Notice to Offeror(s)/Supplier(s): Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
Responses to this notice must be submitted electronically via email to the primary point of contact listed below. If sending attachments with e-mail, ensure only .pdf, .doc, or .xls documents are sent.
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM, EST.
Submit To: SSgt Landon Docherty at landon.docherty@us.af.mil and CC: SrA Erick Boswell at erick.boswell@us.af.mil
Subject Line: “RFQ response – Aircraft Wheel Washer - [Your company name]”
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attachment_Q and A Form.pdf | ||
| Wheel Washer Statement of Work.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This notice | Solicitation | |
| Wheel Washer | Pre-Solicitation |
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