C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services

Sources Sought from the Department of the Air Force. Due Oct 20, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-4), 1 day left.

Official notice and attachments

Description

Request For Information C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services This Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Synopsis is issued solely for informational, market research, and planning purposes pursuant to FAR Part 10. The Government anticipates pursuing a sole-source contract. This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or solicitation, nor does it represent a commitment or authorization to incur costs on behalf of the United States Government (USG).

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the repair data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to conduct C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP). Corrosion prevention and control is defined as the rigorous application of management principles, engineering design and analysis, quality assurance, nondestructive inspection, manufacturing, operations and support technologies, and practices to prevent the initiation of corrosion, avoid functional impairment due to corrosion, and define processes for the tracking and repair of corrosion problems.

The Contractor shall provide sustaining engineering and technical support for the C-130 CPCP for the C-130 Hercules Division (AFLCMC/WLN) at Robins Air Force Base (AFB), GA. The Contractor shall provide engineering and technical support for the strategic planning and oversight of the corrosion program and the ASIP requirements of MIL-STD-1530D. Services include engineering and technical analysis, providing guidance for corrective action, and providing documentation as required for the prevention, control and resolution of corrosion related issues on C-130 aircraft: Developing and providing annual updates to the C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control (CPC) Plan Conducting annual corrosion assessments of USAF C-130 fleet and operating locations, including evaluation of aircraft, facilities, and maintenance personnel, to include Special Operations Forces (SOF) managed C-130s Performing concept studies and analysis in the identification and definition, preliminary planning, and evaluation of alternative technical approaches for all USAF C-130 aircraft Conducting concept studies and testing for implementation of new coatings, sealants, or other corrosion related products and processes, including test plan development and final report delivery with findings and recommendations to the USAF Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards.

The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. INSTRUCTIONS: The document(s) below contain a description of the CPCP requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability.

If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. ATTENTION: SMALL BUSINESS RESPONDENTS who are interested in participation for this effort: No set aside decision has been made; however, the Government will determine the final strategy after thorough analysis of the small business responses and other market research available, considering the demonstrated interest and capability.

Please ensure that you provide a thorough response to each question. If your company does not currently possess the full capability required to fulfill the entire requirement, what teaming/partnership/joint venture/subcontracting arrangement do you have in place to fulfill the government needs? Providing evidence of this arrangement, e.g. emails, letters, etc. that demonstrate a united response to this RFI is highly encouraged but not required.

The evidence should state the type of arrangement and the role each member will fulfill. If you are only interested in being a subcontractor to the future awardee, state the portion of the work that your organization has capability of fulfilling. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to Alvin Salter/AFLCMC/WLNC/Robins AFB, GA/ (478) 926-7722 Email: [email protected] or Amy Harmon/AFLCMC/WLNC/Robins AFB, GA/478-222-8582 Email: [email protected] C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to provide corrective action, and documentation as required for the prevention, control and resolution of corrosion related issues on C-130 aircraft as previously defined.

This requirement is engineering services. Our engineering services strategy is a five-year contract (basic plus four option years) and will continue through FY32. The Government’s needs for services are required to support combatting corrosion on the aircraft to ensure the safety of flight of the USAF C-130 fleet.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services Part I. Business Information Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners: Company/Institute Name: Address: Point of Contact: CAGE Code: Phone Number: E-mail Add

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