C-130 Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP)

The contract involves a sole source award to Lockheed Martin Aeronautics under a justification citing only one responsible source will satisfy the agency's requirements. The Air Force plans to issue a time and materials/cost reimbursable contract to obtain engineering services and technical support for the Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) related to the C-130 Hercules fleet at the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center in Georgia. The work focuses on analyses, deficiency resolution concepts, proof of concept designs, and development of engineering change proposals to ensure aircraft and aircrew safety while maintaining operational readiness and lifecycle support of the C-130 fleet. The solicitation was expected around July 2014, with a 30-day response window and features a one-year base period plus a 12-month option. This single contract award will include line items for time and material engineering services, non-standard pricing data, cost reimbursement without fee for allowable travel expenses, and potential service extension. The acquisition follows FAR 6.302-1 regulations for sole source contracts and does not use commercial item acquisition procedures per Part 12, although interested parties may express their capability to meet the requirements with commercial items within 15 days of the notice. Electronic submission procedures are in place, and Cheryl W. Janssen serves as the contracting officer for this action.