Description
The U.S. Air Force is seeking a qualified contractor to repair KC‑46 aircraft smoke barriers in accordance with the Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) and FAA Part 145 standards. The contractor must provide all FAA‑compliant materials, transport the smoke barriers to and from the repair facility, and verify repairs on‑site with a Quality Assurance representative. Offers will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology; technical acceptability is based on a Statement of Need dated 21 August 2026. The solicitation is open to firms that can demonstrate FAA Part 145 repair station certification and have the capability to manage logistics and QA verification.
• Scope: Full maintenance and repair of KC‑46 smoke barriers, material supply, transport, and on‑site QA verification.
• Mandatory certification: FAA Part 145 Repair Station.
• Evaluation: LPTA – technical compliance first, then lowest price.
• Submission: Quotations must reference the solicitation and amendment; acknowledgment of amendment required before offer receipt.
• Key dates: Questions due 25 Aug 2026 10:00 AM CT; effective date 26 Aug 2026.
• Contact: TSgt Jacob Sandy (primary).