Travis AFB, CA - 60 AES C-130 Paint and repair

This solicitation, identified as FA442726Q1054, is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5 for painting and repair services on a C-130 Fuselage Trainer at Travis Air Force Base, California. The objective is to repaint the exterior of the aircraft, removing Delaware National Guard markings and applying the 60th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron’s official insignia in compliance with the Statement of Work. The work includes surface preparation, corrosion repair, application of approved non-urethane paints, and environmental protection measures such as using biodegradable cleansers, containing wastewater, and properly disposing of hazardous materials from sanding and painting operations. A requirement for a "Show Quality" finish with a five-year outdoor service life and a one-year warranty against flaking, peeling, or oxidation is specified, with strict standards prohibiting defects such as runs, blisters, or embedded debris. The contractor must also ensure the aircraft is protected from animal intrusion during and after the work. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov, possess a valid CAGE code and UEI, and demonstrate at least ten years of experience working with aircraft, with personnel having a minimum of five years of relevant experience. A technical capability statement, six professional references, past performance documentation, and proof of financial responsibility are required for submission. The solicitation includes multiple special requirements: only individuals with a Real ID or passport will be granted access to Travis AFB, and all visitors must provide their names in advance to obtain a base pass, which may require arriving early due to extended processing times. Contractor personnel must complete Antiterrorism Awareness Training, comply with OPSEC directives, and adhere to base security protocols including vehicle registration and no-key issuance. Responses must be submitted electronically to two designated points of contact by May 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM PST, following the instructions outlined in FAR 52.212-1. Evaluation will be based on a best-value trade-off, considering both price reasonableness and technical acceptability against the Statement of Work, with no numerical weighting applied. The contract is expected to be firm-fixed-price and will commence no later than 90 days after award, with inspection and final acceptance occurring at the aircraft’s location on base.