C-5 Flap Asymmetry Brake Overhaul

The U.S. Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the repair data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to overhaul the Flap Asymmetry Brake for the C-5 Secondary Flight Control System. The Flap Asymmetry Brakes are Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) on the C-5M Galaxy, and they are energized when the flap asymmetry detects an out of sync condition in the Flap/Slat system. • The Government owns the overhaul manual but does not own the data for the test equipment required for overhaul. • The Flap Asymmetry Brake is a critical component, and its repair requires strict control of processes to ensure adherence to quality control and testing requirements. • The qualification process involves providing a summary of the company’s capabilities, demonstrating experience in repairing similar critical aircraft parts, and providing a detailed quality plan. • The Air Force may not qualify potential bidders who have had quality problems when delivering similar or identical items to the government.