MQ-9 Load Testing
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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 147 Attack Wing Base Contracting Office (Department of the Army, Department of Defense) is soliciting quotes for MQ-9 Load Testing under a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract. This requirement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside for the annual load testing of specific equipment, including the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook) for MQ-9 aircraft. Quotes are due May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall furnish all necessary labor, parts, tools, test equipment, and appliances to perform load testing. Work must adhere to the Performance Work Statement (PWS), associated specifications (1Q-9(M)A-2-4), and relevant building codes. All work is to be performed at the contractor's own place of business and completed within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of equipment. Key tasks include:
- Load testing specified items according to documentation, identifying discrepancies.
- Performing annual testing of equipment.
- Conducting specific load tests on the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook), including applying 1,384 ±138 pounds for 30 seconds and Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) on welds.
- Delivering a certificate or documentation of all test results.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Solicitation Number: W50S77-26-Q-0011
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Small Business Size Standard: $12.5M)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Period of Performance: Begins within 30 days after notice of award.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's place of business (for the testing services). The requiring activity is the 147th Attack Wing, Texas Air National Guard, Houston, TX.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
- Questions Due: May 1, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST, submitted via email to buddy.ciemiengo.1@us.af.mil, referencing solicitation number W50S77-26-Q-0011.
- Evaluation Factors: Ability to meet technical capabilities and price. Past performance will not be evaluated. The Contracting Officer intends to make an award without discussions.
- Important: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Additional Notes
Bidders must review the Service Contract Act Wage Determination for Texas to accurately estimate labor costs. Technical information for the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook) provides critical safety procedures and inspection requirements, including a maximum load limit of 750 pounds for the fixture itself.