KC-46 Non-Destructive Test Manual Supplement

The U.S. Air Force, through the Department of Defense office at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, has issued a sources sought notice for the development of a non-destructive inspection supplement tailored for the KC-46A aircraft. This initiative, identified by solicitation number KC46_NDT2026, aims to assess industry capability to produce a supplementary manual that enhances non-destructive testing procedures without disrupting aircraft integrity or operational readiness. The opportunity is open to all eligible contractors with no set-aside restrictions, and interested parties are expected to respond by the deadline of July 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The North American Industry Classification System code 541990 applies to this effort, indicating it falls under other professional, scientific, and technical services. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Luke Waterman, with Kole Hargrave serving as the secondary contact, both reachable via official U.S. Air Force email addresses. The work, if awarded, is expected to be performed at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, aligning with the location of the contracting office and the aircraft’s support infrastructure. All responses must adhere strictly to the requirements outlined in the attached RFI and the official posting. The solicitation is accessible through the SAM.gov platform, and interested contractors are encouraged to review the full documentation to ensure complete and compliant submissions.