AH-64 Apache Insulation, Thermal
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The United States Government (USG) Army Contracting Command – Redstone Arsenal (ACC-RSA) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified large and small businesses capable of providing AH-64 Apache Insulation, Thermal spares. This market research is crucial due to the Government's lack of technical data and data rights for this proprietary item, currently held by Thermal Structures, Inc. and Boeing. Responses are due May 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks sources for Insulation, Thermal components used in the AH-64 Apache helicopter. These components are essential for protecting surrounding structures and systems from heat generated by nearby equipment or environmental exposure.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (anticipated acquisition via FAR 15, Contracting by Negotiation)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Anticipated Duration: 60-month base period of performance, with a potential 6-month extension (FAR Clause 52.217-8)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 12, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: Huntsville, AL, United States
Key Requirement & Proprietary Data
The Government does not possess the required technical data and data rights for the Insulation, Thermal. Only Thermal Structures, Inc. and Boeing are known to have this proprietary data. Interested offerors must demonstrate either access to this technical data and data rights or provide a viable approach to meet the requirements without incurring significant additional costs and schedule risk.
Submission Instructions
All interested sources are encouraged to submit responses via email to Kevin Corrica, Contract Specialist, at kevin.k.corrica.civ@army.mil and Jessica Mangum, Contracting Officer, at jessica.t.mangum.civ@army.mil. No telephone inquiries are accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment to issue one. The USG will not reimburse any costs associated with responding to this notice. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future RFP.