B-2 Test Program Set Interface Test Adapters
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NAICS
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Set Aside
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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 Department of the Air Force is soliciting proposals for the design, testing, purchase, and delivery of B-2 Test Program Set Interface Test Adapters (ITAs). This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the development of ITAs for use with the new TITAN receiver on the Common Organizational Level Tester (COLT). Proposals are due by June 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will develop and construct first articles for verification of ITA design and functionality, followed by full-rate production. The ITAs, including the Powered RLA Interface Box (PRIB), SBRA Interface Box (SIB), and BRU-44 Cable, will replace existing interface adapters to ensure continuity of service. The work involves interfacing with the COLT via MAC Panel TITAN Receiver and adhering to specific design and environmental standards.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
Design & Production:
- Utilize government-provided drawings (Appendices A, B, C, J) for design basis.
- ITAs must be environmentally sealed, ruggedized, and use U.S. Customary System of Units.
- Parts procurement must be from domestic or Trade Agreement Act compliant countries.
- Specific design requirements for PRIB and SIB enclosures (e.g., 5052-H32 or 6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy).
- BRU-44 Cable to be built as specified in Appendix A. Testing:
- Qualification Testing: Electrical, Environmental (High/Low Temperature, Shock per MIL-STD-810H).
- Acceptance Testing: Performed by Government Points of Contact (GPOCs), including Electrical, Physical, and TPS Testing.
- CLIN 0007 covers various testing, including environmental, qualification, acceptance, EMI, drop, and temperature testing. Deliverables (CDRLs):
- Contractor's Personnel Roster (CDRL 001)
- Preliminary Technical Data Package (CDRL 002)
- Design Review Presentation (CDRL 003)
- Qualification Test Reports (CDRL 004)
- Final Technical Data Package (CDRL 005)
- Project Residuals (CDRL 006)
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, RFQ under FAR Part 12).
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK (for the government office, contractor's facility for production).
- Proposal Due Date: June 17, 2026, 20:00:00Z.
- Evaluation: "Best Value to the Government" considering price and other factors (FAR Part 12.201-1).
- Delivery Timelines: Ranging from 30 to 90 days After First Article Approval or Date of Award for various CLINs.
Submission & Contact
Emailed quotations are preferred. Bidders must complete pricing and proposed delivery dates on pages 2 and 3 of the solicitation and provide documentation verifying compliance with specifications. Registration in SAM is required. Primary Contact: Shanita Manuel (shanita.manuel@us.af.mil). Secondary Contact: Anthony Dollard (anthony.dollard@us.af.mil).