Aircraft Cleaning Compound

Performance Specification

This document, MIL-PRF-87937, establishes the requirements for biodegradable, water-dilutable, environmentally safe cleaning compounds. These compounds are intended for use on aerospace equipment, including aircraft, aerospace ground equipment (AGE), and AGE engines.

• Biodegradable, water-dilutable, and environmentally safe cleaning compounds.

• Suitable for use on aircraft, AGE, and AGE engines.

• Document Date: 27-SEP-2022

• Next Review Due: 24-SEP-2032

• Status: Active

This document is a performance specification and does not directly outline submission or evaluation criteria for a solicitation. It defines the technical requirements for the cleaning compounds.

Not applicable to this document.

• The document is a "Performance Specification."
• Amendments to military specifications issued after August 1, 2003, are incorporated.
• The Revision History lists several revisions of the specification, with the most recent being Revision E dated 27-SEP-2022.

Performance Specification

This document establishes the requirements for biodegradable, water-dilutable, and environmentally safe cleaning compounds for use on aerospace equipment, including aircraft, aerospace ground equipment (AGE), and AGE engines. It supersedes MIL-PRF-87937D.

• Types of Compounds:

  • Type I: Terpene Based, Solvent Emulsion, Water Dilutable Cleaning Compound
  • Type III: Gel-Type Cleaning Compound
  • Type IV: Heavy Duty, Water Dilutable Cleaning Compound

• Materials: Compounds must meet specific requirements regarding composition, including acceptable and unacceptable materials. Certain hazardous compounds, carcinogens, and specific chemicals are prohibited.

• Performance Standards: Compounds must meet stringent requirements for:

  • Insoluble Matter
  • Flash Point
  • Emulsion Characteristics
  • Wet Adhesion Tape Test
  • Cleaning Efficiency
  • Terpene Hydrocarbons (Type I only)
  • Toxicity (aquatic and human health)
  • Biodegradability (minimum 75% for Type I, 85% for Types III & IV)
  • Stability (heat, cold, and long-term storage)
  • Effect on various metals (corrosion, hydrogen embrittlement)
  • Effect on painted surfaces, acrylic plastics, polycarbonate plastics, and polysulfide sealants.

• Qualification: Products must be tested and qualified, and listed on the Qualified Products List (QPL) before contract award.

• The specification outlines requirements for qualification and conformance testing.

• Specific acquisition requirements, such as type, size, and QPL reference, should be specified in the contract or order.

• Manufacturers must submit a certified statement of formulation, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and toxicological data.

• Qualification inspection involves comprehensive testing.

• Conformance tests are required for acceptance of production items.

• Products must be qualified and listed on the QPL.

• Type I is recommended for polyurethane and enamel coatings; it may attack acrylic nitrocellulose lacquer coatings.

• Types I and IV are intended for light to heavy-duty removal of greases, oils, hydraulic fluid, and carbon, and for cleaning surfaces prior to coating or recoating.

• Type III is for light to heavy-duty removal of greases, oils, hydraulic fluid, and carbon where complete rinsing is feasible.

• These products have not been tested for use at elevated temperatures.

• The specification covers packaging requirements and shelf-life considerations.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists and provides the full text for various clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference into a contract or solicitation. These clauses outline specific requirements, prohibitions, representations, and terms that offerors must adhere to and that will govern the performance of the contract.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: A table listing clause numbers, alteration/deviation numbers, clause titles, year/modification dates, and the section of the contract where they are located.
• Clauses in Full Text: Provides the complete wording for selected clauses, such as "Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation" (252.204-7017) and "Item Unique Identification and Valuation" (252.211-7003).
• Definitions: Explains key terms used within the clauses, such as "covered defense telecommunications equipment or services," "DoD item unique identification," and "enterprise identifier."
• Requirements for Unique Item Identification: Details the contractor's responsibilities for marking items with unique identifiers, including serialization, data matrix symbology, and reporting requirements.
• Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) Payment Instructions: Outlines the procedures for submitting payment requests and receiving reports electronically through the WAWF system, including access, training, and document routing information.

Bidders must carefully review all incorporated clauses and provisions to understand their contractual obligations. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Compliance with prohibitions related to telecommunications equipment, hexavalent chromium, and business operations in specific regions.
• Requirements for representations and certifications, particularly regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment and services.
• Obligations for unique item identification and marking of delivered items.
• Adherence to payment and receiving report submission procedures via WAWF.

Failure to understand and comply with these clauses can impact proposal submission and contract performance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the evaluation criteria for the solicitation. The Government will award a contract to the responsible Offeror whose quote is most advantageous, considering price and other factors.

• Quotes must conform to all solicitation requirements, including technical requirements and terms and conditions.

• Failure to conform may result in a quote being deemed not awardable.

• Not specified in this document.

• Evaluation will be based on two factors: Price and Technical Acceptability.

• Factor 1 - Price: The Government will award to the most advantageous quote considering price and other factors, but reserves the right to award to a higher-quality item over the lowest quote.

• Factor 2 - Technical: Assesses whether the vendor's quoted item meets all requirements from the Salient Characteristic Attachment. Quotes will be rated "acceptable" or "unacceptable."

• Technical submissions must be a separate document, clear, concise, and provide sufficient detail and rationale.

• Offerors must assume the Government has no prior knowledge of their experience.

• A quote is "Acceptable" if it clearly meets minimum solicitation requirements.

• A quote is "Unacceptable" if it does not clearly meet minimum solicitation requirements.

• Technical acceptability is determined by meeting requirements in Attachment 6 - Salient Characteristic.

• Not specified in this document.

• This document is an addendum to FAR 52.212-2.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions to offerors for quoting and submitting proposals related to the solicitation FA441926Q0024. It outlines specific requirements for technical information, product qualifications, and submission procedures.

• Offerors must quote exact items and input unit prices to meet the total 1,500-gallon requirement.

• Technical information must be clear, concise, and demonstrate how the offer meets requirements in Attachment 6 - Salient Characteristics.

• Proposals must be restricted to products qualified under MIL-PRF-87937, Type IV.

• Offerors must provide documentation proving the quoted product and manufacturer are on the governing Qualified Products List (QPL-87937).

• The Government will evaluate solely on information presented in the offer, assuming no prior knowledge of offeror experience or certifications.

• Submission of quotes is required via email to specific addresses: 97CONF.PKA.Contracting@us.af.mil, jamir.folsom@us.af.mil, or Scott.swain.2@us.af.mil.

• Potential offerors must be registered as a small business under NAICS code 325998.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the salient characteristics for the procurement of aircraft cleaning compound.

• Requirement: 1,500 gallons of aircraft soap.
• Delivery: In bulk via tanker truck.
• Equipment: Contractor must provide a 2-inch cam and groove coupler for soap transfer.
• Qualification: Vendor must be on the Qualified Products List (QPL) for Products Qualified under Performance Specification MIL PRF-87937, type IV.
• Delivery Deadline: On or before June 20, 2026.

This document details critical product specifications, delivery requirements, and vendor qualifications necessary for bidding on this opportunity. Bidders must ensure their product meets the specified performance standard and that they can meet the delivery terms and possess the required equipment.