Request for Information (RFI) - C130 initial support equipment and spare parts

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) is conducting market research through this Request for Information (RFI) for initial support equipment and spare parts recommendations for the support of one C-130 aircraft. The CBP has obligated funding to procure one C-130J via a US Air Force contract, with an expected delivery date of FY 2029. The RFI seeks information on industry-recommended sparing and support equipment lists for C-130 aircraft, as well as utilizing industry expertise to identify and quantify the necessary spare parts for the initial deployment and sustained operation of C-130 surveillance aircraft. Key aspects of this opportunity include: • The C-130 aircraft plays a crucial role in promoting cooperation and compliance with international laws, executing maritime and air search patrols, facilitating aircraft and marine vessel pursuit, and gathering critical intelligence. • The RFI requires responders to provide a statement of interest and capabilities, including proposed recommendations for support equipment and initial spares, experience with support equipment and sparing solutions, and schedule estimates for availability and delivery timeline for spare parts. • The RFI also requires responders to provide price estimates, including recommended spares, nomenclature, part number, manufacturer's cage code, recommended quantity, unit costs, and cost drivers and potential cost savings.