C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services

                                                                      Request For Information

                                            C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP)

                                            Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services

This Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Synopsis is issued solely for informational, market research, and planning purposes pursuant to FAR Part 10. The Government anticipates pursuing a sole-source contract. This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or solicitation, nor does it represent a commitment or authorization to incur costs on behalf of the United States Government (USG).                                     

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the repair data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to conduct C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP). Corrosion prevention and control is defined as the rigorous application of management principles, engineering design and analysis, quality assurance, nondestructive inspection, manufacturing, operations and support technologies, and practices to prevent the initiation of corrosion, avoid functional impairment due to corrosion, and define processes for the tracking and repair of corrosion problems. The Contractor shall provide sustaining engineering and technical support for the C-130 CPCP for the C-130 Hercules Division (AFLCMC/WLN) at Robins Air Force Base (AFB), GA. The Contractor shall provide engineering and technical support for the strategic planning and oversight of the corrosion program and the ASIP requirements of MIL-STD-1530D.

Services include engineering and technical analysis, providing guidance for corrective action, and providing documentation as required for the prevention, control and resolution of corrosion related issues on C-130 aircraft:

• Developing and providing annual updates to the C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control (CPC) Plan
• Conducting annual corrosion assessments of USAF C-130 fleet and operating locations, including evaluation of aircraft, facilities, and maintenance personnel, to include Special Operations Forces (SOF) managed C-130s
• Performing concept studies and analysis in the identification and definition, preliminary planning, and evaluation of alternative technical approaches for all USAF C-130 aircraft
• Conducting concept studies and testing for implementation of new coatings, sealants, or other corrosion related products and processes, including test plan development and final report delivery with findings and recommendations to the USAF

Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. The document(s) below contain a description of the CPCP requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability.

1. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. 

1. ATTENTION: SMALL BUSINESS RESPONDENTS who are interested in participation for this effort:
   1. No set aside decision has been made; however, the Government will determine the final strategy after thorough analysis of the small business responses and other market research available, considering the demonstrated interest and capability.  Please ensure that you provide a thorough response to each question.  If your company does not currently possess the full capability required to fulfill the entire requirement, what teaming/partnership/joint venture/subcontracting arrangement do you have in place to fulfill the government needs? Providing evidence of this arrangement, e.g. emails, letters, etc. that demonstrate a united response to this RFI is highly encouraged but not required. The evidence should state the type of arrangement and the role each member will fulfill. If you are only interested in being a subcontractor to the future awardee, state the portion of the work that your organization has capability of fulfilling. 
   2. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

1. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.  Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

1. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to Alvin Salter/AFLCMC/WLNC/Robins AFB, GA/ (478) 926-7722 Email: alvin.salter.1@us.af.mil or Amy Harmon/AFLCMC/WLNC/Robins AFB, GA/478-222-8582 Email: amy.harmon@us.af.mil

C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP)

  Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to provide corrective action, and documentation as required for the prevention, control and resolution of corrosion related issues on C-130 aircraft as previously defined.

This requirement is engineering services. Our engineering services strategy is a five-year contract (basic plus four option years) and will continue through FY32. 

The Government’s needs for services are required to support combatting corrosion on the aircraft to ensure the safety of flight of the USAF C-130 fleet.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

                            C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP)

                              Sustaining Engineering and Technical Support Services

Part I.  Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

• Company/Institute Name:
• Address:
• Point of Contact:
• CAGE Code:
• Phone Number:
• E-mail Address:
• Web Page URL:
• Government Proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 541330

Based on the Government proposed NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

• Small Business                                                (Yes / No)
• Woman Owned Small Business                      (Yes / No)
• Small Disadvantaged Business                       (Yes / No)
• Native Owned                                                (Yes / No)
• 8(a) Certified                                                  (Yes / No)
• HUBZone Certified                                        (Yes / No)
• Veteran Owned Small Business                     (Yes / No)
• Service Disabled Veteran Small Business      (Yes / No)
• System for Award Management (SAM)         (Yes / No)
• A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Responses to the Capability Survey Part I and Part II must be received no later than close of business 23 Oct. 2026. Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall. Attachments shall not to exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable.  Responses must be sent via email to the following:

• AFLCMC/WLNK

Attn: Tiffany Holmes

420 Richard Ray Blvd.

Robins AFB GA 31098-1670

• Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to Tiffany Holmes

             478-222-7141

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

1. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and nature of the goods and/or services you provide.  Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

1. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement.  Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

1. Describe your company’s experience in C-130 Corrosion Prevention and Control.

1. Describe your company's capabilities for generating, handling, processing and storing classified material and data.

1. Describe your company's capabilities and experience in generating technical data, engineering drawings and manuals.  Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items.

1. What is your company’s current maximum capacity per month for this particular type of requirement?  Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase capacity in the event of an immediate need due to critical operational mission requirements.

1. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ?  Provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.).
   1. Provide a detailed quality plan implementing AS9100 (or equivalent).
   2. Provide a detailed understanding of the requirement of MIL-STD-1530D.

1. Repair Questions:

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in repairing existing systems/equipment (hardware and software) to solve corrosion and support problems in the depot environment.

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying repair or maintenance procedures. Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.
   1. State the types of diagnostic and troubleshooting tools utilized for efforts such as this.

1. Demonstrate your ability and experience in repair of the same or similar components which are currently in use C-130 aircraft.

1. Contract Number
2. Procuring Agency
3. Contract Value
4. Number of assets shipped

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in test, evaluation, repair or maintenance procedures.

1. Describe your configuration management processes and how you identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

1. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of this effort.

1. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balances and repair status to your customer.

1. Include a detailed list of facilities and equipment, including quantities required to satisfy the requirements of this effort.
   1. Provide an outline of the proposed process, including inspections.
      1. State the type of test procedures are anticipated for this effort.
      2. State the type of inspection processes anticipated for this effort.
         1. NDI/T.
         2. Destructive testing/inspection.

1. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.

1. Commerciality Questions:

1. Is there established catalog or market prices for our requirements?

1. If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public?

1. Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions?  Briefly describe any differences.

1. Engineering Services Questions

(Engineering, advisory & assistance services, contractor logistic support, other services not listed)

1. Describe your services capabilities and experience with regard to the requirements of this effort.

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying procedures.  Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

1. Demonstrate your ability and experience for the same or similar services, which are currently provided in the commercial and/or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

1. Contract Number
2. Procuring Agency
3. Contract Value
4. Services Provided

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in any required test, evaluation, and repair processes/procedures with regard to the required services.

1. Describe how you/your organization will identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

1. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort.

1. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balance and manufacturing status to your customer as required.

1. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.