Dover AFB - C-5M Galaxy Flight Deck Refurbishment

SOL #: FA4497-26-FltDeckPre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA4497 436 CONS LGC

DOVER AFB, DE, 19902-5016, United States

Place of Performance

Dover AFB, DE

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components (1680)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/20a17b0685f94d5e8ad7bad61f8ceb66/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 25, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 31, 2026

Response Deadline

Apr 9, 2026, 4:00 PM

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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the 436th Maintenance Squadron (436 MXS) at Dover Air Force Base, DE, requires repair and refurbishment services for C-5M Galaxy flight deck cosmetic components. This is a Presolicitation Notice seeking capability statements from interested contractors. The Government anticipates awarding a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). Capability statements are due by April 9, 2026.

Scope of Work

This opportunity involves the cosmetic refurbishment of C-5M Galaxy flight deck components, including upholstery, vinyl, tables, seats, mattresses, and headliners. Services will ensure serviceability, safe operation, and compliance with current aircraft requirements. All part procurement or overhaul services will be completed off-site and delivered to Dover AFB. The contractor will not be required or allowed to perform installation or removal work on the aircraft.

Specific refurbishment tasks detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW) include:

Replacing vinyl overhead padding.
Reupholstering seats with new cushions (polyurethane foam and sheep's fur).
Refurbishing wooden tables with plastic tops.
Replacing cargo insulation with temperature-controlling foams.
Replacing bunk mattresses.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Presolicitation (anticipates awarding a Blanket Purchase Agreement - BPA)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Response Due: April 9, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
Published: March 31, 2026
Anticipated Award Date: No later than April 30, 2026
Anticipated Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2031
Place of Performance: Dover Air Force Base, DE (contractor performs off-site, delivers to Dover AFB)

Special Requirements

Contractor must be certified in AS9100D / ISO9001-2015.
Contractor personnel must comply with base regulations, wear uniforms, and possess required identification badges.
Adherence to OPSEC requirements, potentially requiring an OPSEC program plan.
Contractor must report all labor hours via http://www.ecmra.mil.
Individual orders against the BPA shall not exceed $25,000.

Submission Requirements

Contractors are requested to submit a capability statement demonstrating technical expertise, economic and logistical capacity, or experience completing similar work. There are no page or formatting requirements.