Description
The United States Air Force is seeking a single prime contractor to design, develop, produce, install, test, and sustain a modernized center‑console refresh for the KC‑135 tanker fleet. The effort includes engineering and manufacturing development (EMD), production of “A‑Kits” and “B‑Kits,” a systems‑integration laboratory, simulator kits, training material, spare‑parts logistics, and long‑term maintenance support. The contract will be structured as an IDIQ with a four‑year base period and up to six one‑year options, using a mix of Cost‑Plus‑Incentive‑Fee for development and Firm‑Fixed‑Price for production.
• Scope covers full lifecycle: design, prototype, certification, production, installation, training, and sustainment.
• Required deliverables include hardware kits, software/data packages, technical orders, and a comprehensive data‑rights matrix.
• Small‑business participation minimum of 30 % of the total evaluated price; facility clearance required before the source‑selection decision.
• Award will be based on a best‑value trade‑off of technical solution, exceeding‑requirements credits, technical risk, past performance, and price.