KC-135 Center Console Refresh (CCR) Revision 2

The KC-135 Center Console Refresh (CCR) Revision 2 program is a major modernization initiative by the U.S. Air Force to address critical obsolescence in the KC-135 Refueling Tanker aircraft’s center console systems. The contract calls for a turn-key solution to replace and enhance the Fuel System, Flight Display System, and Flight Computer with integrated autothrottle capabilities, ensuring long-term supportability and future growth potential. The scope includes modernization of key line replaceable units such as the Multi-Function Displays, Control Display Units, Integrated Fuel Management Panel, Fuel Management Advisory Computer, Tank Interface Unit, and the Integrated Processing Cabinet components like the Common Computing Module and Input/Output Concentrator. The program requires comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and design work, including model-based systems engineering, reverse engineering of legacy interfaces, and the establishment of a Systems Integration Lab to support development and testing. The effort culminates in production and deployment of kits, installation, and the activation of a depot-level repair line in partnership with the government’s Source of Repair. The acquisition is structured as a single-award indefinite delivery/quantity contract with a 48-month base period and six one-year option periods, projecting a total performance window from July 2028 through June 2038. The contract employs a Cost-Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF) arrangement for the Engineering Manufacturing and Design phase and Firm Fixed Price for Production and Deployment. Offers must be submitted in four electronic volumes following strict formatting rules and uploaded via the PIEE Solicitation Module, with a deadline of October 13, 2026. Evaluation will follow a best-value trade-off approach, with technical acceptability in Technical Solution, Data Rights, and Schedule serving as mandatory pass/fail gates. Among the weighted factors—Exceeding Requirements, Technical Risk, and Past Performance—the government prioritizes these over price, which is the least significant factor in the overall award determination. Contractors must comply with stringent technical standards including MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-130, and MIL-STD-1840C for packaging and identification, adhere to Modular Open Systems Approach mandates under 10 U.S.C. § 4401, and demonstrate Technical Readiness Levels for all components. Access to controlled documents requires an active DD2345 registration and proper role assignment in SAM.gov, and contractors must ensure full compliance with cyber security requirements, data rights provisions,