Radar Warning Systems ( RWR ) Integration Program

2026-11-03

C - 130 Foreign Military Sales Radar Warning Systems ( RWR ) Integration ProgramAgency : Department of the Air ForceOffice : AFLCMC / WLNI , Location : Robins Air Force Base , GAContracting POCs : Primary : Adrienne Taylor at : adrienne . taylor . 3 @ us . af . milAlternate : Melody Wimberly at : melody . wimberly @ us . af . milAlternate : Jason Timothy at : jason . timothy . 4 @ us . af . milCAUTION : This is not a solicitation but rather market research to determine potential program costs , schedule , and information for planning purposes only . The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined . Contractors / Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards . The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey . Only non - classified information shall be provided in your response . Copies of the submitted information may be reproduced for Government review . The Government is preparing documentation to respond to a Partner Nation request for information and potentially move forward with an acquisition strategy . To meet this requirement , the United States Air Force ( USAF ) needs to accomplish a Government Cost Estimate . This Sources Sought Synopsis ( Sources Sought ) is for information and budget planning only , and neither constitutes a solicitation , nor a commitment by either the Government or the Sources Sought respondent . The Government requests all submissions fully address the requirements in this Sources Sought and conform to the format discussed later in this Sources Sought . Submitted data not complying with the requested format may not be reviewed for Government use . Finally , this Sources Sought seeks knowledge of any anticipated teaming arrangements , along with a description of similar services offered to the Government and to commercial customers for the past five years . PROGRAM DETAILS : The Government is conducting Market Research to identify qualified Contractors to accomplish Integration of AN / ALR - 69 on two ( 2 ) Partner Nation C - 130H aircraft . The scope of the effort will require a Contractor to perform , provide , and / or support activities pertaining to design , integration , installation , ground test , flight test , certification , documentation , delivery , of two ( 2 ) modified C - 130H aircraft . This AN / ALR - 69 Integration Program includes the following requirements : The vendor shall be responsible for completing the engineering design activities required for the kit to interface with the current C - 130H aircraft configuration . The Kit A will be provided by the Contractor , and when combined with the Partner Nation ’ s Kit B , will allow the Government to install an AN / ALR - 69 Operational Flight Program ( OFP ). Upon completion of Kit A development per the agreed upon schedule , Trial Kit Installation ( TKI ) shall be accomplished . The purpose of the TKI is to prove the validity of the installation design , completeness of material content , system performance through specified testing , and validation of the Technical Data Package ( TDP ). The Contractor shall furnish all manpower , parts , and materials for the manufacture , installation , and support of the TKI of Kit A and Government furnished Kit B . This shall include any test equipment required . TKI will include a fit check of the Kit A and required testing . The Contractor shall complete the retrofit of the TKI aircraft if any configuration items require a design change which cannot be incorporated during the TKI or post - TKI . The Contractor shall package , store , and ship all kits . Using the most current version of MIL - STD - 2073 - 1 as guidance , the Contractor shall ensure packing and preservation methods are utilized to protect material / items against corrosion , physical and mechanical damage , and other forms of degradation during storage , handling and shipment . Furthermore , Contractor shall ensure all items arrive at the destination corrosion free in a safe and undamaged condition . Packaged kits shall be kept in a dedicated bonded storage area provided by the Contractor in preparation for shipment . The Contractor shall provide all support equipment required for the installation , integration , ground , and flight testing . The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating support needed for ground and flight testing . The Contractor shall be responsible for developing and acquiring all technical documentation associated with the integration ( e . g ., installation drawings , technical manuals , test plan and test reports ) required for airworthiness certification . The vendor shall be responsible for the application and modification of the following TCTO : 1C - 130 - 1479 . GOVERNMENT REQUEST : Interested Contractors need to submit a letter of interest and responses per the below Government response format . The Government will use this information to help determine the best acquisition strategy for this program . Interested offerors should send Sources Sought responses to the Contracting POCs listed . Responses should be submitted by 11 : 00PM EST , Monday , 16 March 2026 . Responses must be sent via email to the following email addresses : Primary : Adrienne Taylor at : adrienne . taylor . 3 @ us . af . milAlternate : Melody Wimberly at : melody . wimberly @ us . af . milAlternate : Jason Timothy at : jason . timothy . 4 @ us . af . milAnnotate the Subject Line of the email response as : “ C - 130H FMS RWR Integration Program Sources Sought Synopsis ”. Contracting Office Address : Department of the Air Force , C - 130 Hercules System Program Office440 Richard Ray Blvd Suite 2F - 1ARobins AFB , GA 31098 - 1670 [ Note : The information provided is for the Government ' s market research and is given understanding the Government has no obligation to pay for the information . This information may be used in developing a request for proposals ( RFP ) but does not obligate the Government . GOVERNMENT RESPONSE FORMAT - C - 130H FMS RWR Integration ProgramPart I : Contractor Questionnaire ( Format note : This part is requested in searchable PDF Format ) The Government will treat your questionnaire responses as proprietary data that will not be shared with any individuals other than those with signed Non - Disclosure Agreements ( NDA ) in an Advisory and Assistance Service role with the Government . A . Business Information1 . Company / Institute Name : 2 . CAGE Code : 3 . Company Point of Contact : a . Name : b . Telephone number : c . Email address : 4 . Physical Address : 5 . Government proposed North American Industry Classification System ( NAICS ) Code : 3364116 . System of Award Management ( SAM ) ( Yes / No ) 7 . A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned ( if foreign , please indicate country of ownership ). B . Capability Survey Questions1 . Are you anticipating a teaming arrangement with other Contractors ? If so , do you have a preliminary concept of the delineation of work that will be accomplished by the Prime and the work accomplished by the teaming partner ( s )? C . General Capability Questions1 . Briefly describe the capabilities of your company and the nature of the goods and / or services you provide . Include a description of your staff composition and management structure . 2 . Describe your company ' s experience working on military transport aircraft projects similar in complexity to this requirement . Include a brief description of the work performed , period of performance , and agency / organization supported . 3 . Describe your company ' s capabilities and experience in generating technical data , and Electronic Technical Manuals ( ETMs ). Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items . 4 . If a company can meet some , but not all the requirements stated in this Sources Sought , please provide a response that explains the requirements that you are capable of meeting . D . Commerciality Question : Identify any requirements in this Sources Sought you consider to be commercial ( see FAR Part 2 definitions ). Please , provide supporting rationale ( based on the FAR Part 2 definition ). Part II : Technical Solution ( Format note : This part is requested in searchable PDF format .) This part shall not include any cost data . If any cost data is included in Part II , the Sources Sought response will not be reviewed for Government use . This part will be provided to the Partner Nation for their evaluation . The Government will treat your technical solution responses as proprietary data that will not be shared with any individuals other than the Partner Nation and those with signed Non - Disclosure Agreements ( NDA ) in an Advisory and Assistance Service role with the Government . Provide your company ’ s approach to address all requirements in this Sources Sought . In your response , address the following considerations and questions as they relate to this RWR Integration Program and your approach . A . Topics for consideration in response : 1 . Provide a brief description of the anticipated development activities in support of required certification . 2 . Provide a brief description of the anticipated manufacturing needs to support the integration . 3 . Provide a brief description of the anticipated installation activities including an install schedule . 4 . Provide a brief description of the anticipated logistical needs to support the integration . 5 . Identify any assumptions as part of your proposed solution . 6 . Identify the top risks associated with this program . 7 . Discuss any foreseeable data rights limitations . 8 . Discuss known / envisioned obsolescence issues and ability to rectify . B . Integration Questions1 . Describe your suggested approach for integrating it into the aircraft . Include a top - level system diagram . 2 . Describe your capability and experiences in the integration of AN / ALR - 69 on military aircraft platforms . Describe your similar integration efforts and scope . Discuss any differences between the fielded systems and what would be required / recommended for C - 130 ? 3 . Describe your capability and experience in developing Technical Order ( T . O .) for systems integration ; provide examples . 4 . Describe impacts of this integration to existing C - 130 systems including but not limited to the air data system , communications , surveillance system , flight controls , and instrumentation . 5 . Discuss any capabilities ( standard or unique ) your company utilizes associated with design , lean manufacturing processes , test capability , and supply chain management that reduce overall program risk . 6 . What other information can you provide to help the Air Force understand the technical requirements of this effort . Part III : Financial InformationDemonstrate your ability and experience for the same or similar services , which are currently provided in the commercial and / or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items : a ) Contract Numberb ) Procuring Agencyc ) Contract Valued ) Services ProvidedIf past procurement history is unavailable , an overall estimated price to perform the services required is requested to aid the country partner in estimating costs .

Georgia

2026-04-29