INDUSTRY DAY 2026 FA8534-2X-R-XXXX

The United States Air Force is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice and Request for Information to identify capable sources for the sustainment of approximately 500 Halvorsen 25k Aircraft Cargo Loaders distributed across 170 worldwide locations. The scope of work focuses on four primary output-oriented areas: overhaul and repair, pipeline and material management, sustaining engineering, and field support. Key requirements include the ability to develop and modify USAF Technical Orders, manage real-time inventory and work-in-process records for a globally dispersed fleet, and ensure equipment can operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -40 to +125 degrees Fahrenheit. The government is seeking detailed information on contractor capabilities regarding depot-level maintenance, the resolution of parts obsolescence, and the management of government-furnished property. Performance will be measured by specific metrics, including Not-Mission Capable for Supply rates, Logistics Response Time, and Technical and Engineering Support response times. Contractors must adhere to strict quality thresholds for deliverables and comply with military packaging and marking standards, as well as DoDI 8500 cybersecurity requirements for any platform information technology modifications. Responses to this market survey are due by November 5, 2026.