J85-5 Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Follow On

The Department of War, Propulsion Directorate is issuing a Request for Information to gather industry input on a draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services on the J85‑5 aircraft engine. Respondents are asked to evaluate the clarity, scope, and risk of the PWS, identify any ambiguous or conflicting requirements, and suggest missing tasks or improvements. The RFI also seeks detailed information on each firm’s capabilities—including experience with procedure development, technical order upgrades, test/evaluation, parts obsolescence mitigation, and fit/form/function issue resolution—along with past contract examples, facility and equipment inventories, production‑capacity reserves, and proposed inspection processes. Companies must indicate interest in serving as a prime contractor, ability to comply with FAR 52.219‑14, and willingness to pursue subcontracting opportunities, while highlighting any work that should be reserved for small businesses. In addition, the solicitation requests a comprehensive transition‑activity plan covering factors that affect the transition period (e.g., security clearances, hiring, knowledge transfer, asset inventory), realistic phase‑in timelines, and specific deliverables such as hiring and retention plans, data‑transfer strategies, system‑access procedures, GFE usage and movement plans, and calibration/setup logistics. Respondents should also comment on the adequacy of the anticipated period of performance, identify the highest‑risk areas of the PWS, propose risk‑mitigation strategies, and note any government‑provided resources (GFE/GFI) that are essential for successful execution. The anticipated NAICS code is 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), though alternatives may be suggested.

Notice ID

41975a5ad9874713998451a02a13d5c7

Solicitation Number

A047964

NAICS Code

336412

Classification Code

J028