SOLICITATION- C-5 Aft Center Cargo Door "C" Models
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The Department of Defense has issued a Request for Proposal for the repair of the C-5 Aft Center Cargo Doors for the "C Model" aircraft, specifically addressing both the left-hand side (LHS, NSN: 1560-01-296-6316UC, Part Number: 4F69010-101A) and right-hand side (RHS, NSN: 1560-01-297-9975UC, Part Number: 4F69010-102A) components. These cargo doors, critical for the loading and unloading of cargo, are unique to the "C" model, differing from earlier C-5 models, and will remain in use until approximately 2045. The Government holds full rights to the technical data and repair specifications with no restrictions, enabling full and open competition. However, it has been determined that only certain sources, such as ES3, possess the specialized tooling and capability to timely meet urgent delivery demands and repair requirements, making alternative approaches like reverse engineering or data acquisition uneconomical. The scope of work for contractors includes comprehensive overhaul procedures involving teardown, detailed inspections, and repairs following government-approved Lockheed drawings and technical orders. Contractors must develop 3D models and overhaul manuals for approval, ensure strict quality assurance processes including First Unit Repair Verification (FURV), and report any defects that exceed repair limits to the C-5 System Program Office. Rigorous documentation, material certifications, and adherence to packaging and marking standards are mandatory. The solicitation, designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 336413, is managed by the FA8538 office at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, with submissions due by June 5, 2026. The contract underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity and availability of these critical aircraft components through qualified repair services.
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Warner Robins, GA, 31098, USASet-Aside
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SOLICITATION
Request for Proposal
Repair of the C-5 Aft Center Cargo Door Left-hand Side “C Model”, NSN: 1560-01-296-6316UC, Part Number: 4F69010-101A, and C-5 C-Aft Center Cargo Door Right-hand Side “C Model”, NSN: 1560-01-297-9975UC, Part Number: 4F69010-102A
The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, facilities, equipment, and experience to repair the C-5 Aft Cargo Center Door – both left and right sides.
NSN 1560012966316
The Left Side door is assigned an RMC/RMSC of R1/G.
RMC R1 - Suitable for competitive repair for the second or subsequent time.
RMSC G. The Government has rights to the technical data, the data package is complete, and there are no technical data, engineering, tooling or repair restrictions. This is the only RMSC that implies that parts are candidates for full and open competition.
NSN 1560012979975
The Right Side door is assigned an RMC/RMSC of R2/G
RMC R2 - Suitable for competitive repair for the first time.
RMSC G. The Government has rights to the technical data, the data package is complete, and there are no technical data, engineering, tooling or repair restrictions. This is the only RMSC that implies that parts are candidates for full and open competition.
This requirement is The Aft Center Cargo Doors of the “C” models are split down the centerline and attached to the side doors at the right and left rear of the aircraft, unlike the Aft Cargo Door on the C-5 “A” and “B” models. The primary function of these doors is to allow for the loading and unloading of cargo onto the aircraft. These items will be used on the C-5 aircraft until expected aircraft retirement in 2045.
The agency's minimum needs can only be satisfied by the unique services available from ES3 as
they currently possess the necessary tooling to facilitate the repairs of NSNs, 1560-01-296-
6316UC, and 1560-01-297-9975UC and can meet the urgent delivery needs of the Government.
It is more It has been determined to be uneconomical to reverse engineer the data, qualify a new source, or buy the data and/or data rights.
THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE REQUIRMENT. AND THE GOVERNMENT DOES NOT OWN THE DATA.
Please respond by Closing Date 27 JUNE 2026 5:00PM EST
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