B-52 Radar Pressurization Unit (RPU) Compressor AC Motor

The U.S. Air Force is conducting a market research RFI (FAR 52.215‑3) to identify non‑commercial sources capable of developing a new supply source for the RPU compressor motor (formerly supplied by Goodrich Corp./TRW Lucas Aerospace). The effort falls under NAICS 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing) with a small‑business size standard of 1,250 employees, and the government is evaluating both total and partial small‑business set‑aside options. Respondents must demonstrate the ability to furnish all sub‑components, materials, support equipment, tools, test equipment, and related services, and to provide, maintain, and calibrate this equipment at their own or a subcontractor’s facility. Because the technical data package is not owned by the government and acquisition of it is uneconomical, contractors must describe how they will develop manufacturing capability without existing drawings, specifications, or test procedures, including any teaming or subcontracting strategies to address capability gaps. Additional required information includes experience with classified material handling, configuration‑management, parts‑obsolescence mitigation, and repair of existing hardware/software in a depot environment. Responses are for informational planning and budgetary forecasting only; no contract award or reimbursement will result from this RFI. Interested parties must complete the Contractor Capability Survey and submit supporting documentation (company capability, past similar work, inventory and reporting processes, commerciality, warranty, and cybersecurity/COOP measures) by close of business 30 April 2026 to Lt. Brenden Collins, Logistics Manager, Common Avionics, via brenden.collins@us.af.mil. Participation does not guarantee future solicitation inclusion, and both large and small businesses, joint ventures, and teaming arrangements are encouraged.

Notice ID

d307963487a04771ba60c310170e7c31

Solicitation Number

FA85396105008707919

NAICS Code

335312

Classification Code

6105