E-6 Portable Automated Test Set (PATS)70-A Fuel Quantity Indicating System (FQIS) Build-to-Print Kits
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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 conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for E-6 Portable Automated Test Set (PATS)70-A Fuel Quantity Indicating System (FQIS) Build-to-Print Kits. This effort aims to identify qualified sources capable of providing test and maintenance kits to support the 516th Software Engineering Squadron's replacement of legacy test equipment for the E-6 Airborne Warning And Control System (AWACS). Responses are due June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the management, manufacturing, demonstration, and delivery of E-6 PATS FQIS build-to-print cases, labels, cables, interface test adapters (ITAs), and self-test plugs, as defined by a Statement of Work (SOW). Vendors should describe their experience in manufacturing test equipment, particularly for DoD installations, and their capability in building ruggedized build-to-print cables.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: None specified (Market Research)
- Response Due: June 22, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
- Published: June 8, 2026
Information Requested
Interested vendors are requested to provide:
- Company profile (general manufacturing test equipment experience, similar services, government database access, business size/type under NAICS 334417).
- Capability statement (experience with DoD test equipment manufacturing and ruggedized build-to-print cables).
- Proposed approach (NAICS recommendation, outline/schedule, subcontracting percentage, total cost estimate).
Additional Notes
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government will not pay for information submitted. To receive documents, vendors must contact Kevin Hutchison (kevin.hutchison.2@us.af.mil, 801-777-4449) and possess an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification, providing a current DD Form 2345.