Solicitation for the Overhaul of the Vibration Control System for the UH-60 Black Hawk

Amendment / Modification

• The deadline for receipt of proposals has been extended.

• Section A, Supplemental Information, specifically the deadline for receipt of offers.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended from May 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM CDT to June 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM CDT.

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 0006 - GFP.xlsx", is an Excel spreadsheet containing details about Government Furnished Property (GFP). It serves as an attachment to the opportunity record, providing specific information that bidders need to understand regarding property the government will provide. It also includes helper tables for standardized definitions and codes.

• CONTRACT INFO Sheet: Contains fields for contract information, including Attachment Number, Attachment Date, Document Description (e.g., "Contract Award"), and Contract Number Type (e.g., "DoD Contract (FAR)"). It also lists contact information for the Government Contracting Officer.
• Serially Managed Items Sheet: Details items requiring serial number tracking. Required fields include Line Number, Item Name, Item Description, Quantity, and Unit of Measure. Optional fields include National Stock Number (NSN), Manufacturer CAGE code, Part Number, and Model Number. Fields for Unit Acquisition Cost, Use As-Is, Delivery Date, Duration, Time Unit, and Delivery Event are also present, with specific completion requirements.
• Non-Serially Managed Items: Outlines fields such as LINE NUMBER, ITEM NAME, ITEM DESCRIPTION, NSN, MFR CAGE, PART NUMBER, MODEL NUMBER, QTY, UNIT OF MEASURE, UNIT ACQ COST, USE AS-IS, DELIVERY DATE, DURATION, TIME UNIT, DELIVERY EVENT, and NOTES.
• Helper Tables: Includes standardized definitions and codes for units of measure (e.g., 'Board Feet', 'Cubic Feet'), time units (e.g., 'Calendar Days', 'Months'), and delivery events (e.g., 'Award Date', 'Notice to Proceed Receipt Date').

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of Government Furnished Property. It aids in proposal preparation by clarifying what property will be provided, potentially impacting resource planning, logistics, and cost estimation. Bidders must carefully review the GFP items to identify specific details, quantities, and conditions. Familiarity with the helper tables for units of measure, time units, and delivery events is essential for accurately completing pricing sheets, understanding contract deliverables, and ensuring compliance with solicitation terms, thereby reducing potential ambiguities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Contractor Overhaul TAV-C Requirements," outlines the procedures and requirements for contractors to access and utilize the Total Asset Visibility – Contractor (TAV-C) capability within the Logistics Modernization Program (LMP). It details the methods for accounting for Government Furnished Equipment, Materiel, or Property (GFE/M/P) and the necessary steps for system access and user training.

• Access Methods: Contractors can use either a Defense Logistics Management Standards (DLMS) interface or the Army TAV-C Portal.
• Portal Access Requirements: This includes providing a contractor-owned computer system with internet connectivity, obtaining a U.S. Government Common Access Card (CAC) or an approved Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) certificate, and completing mandatory online training.
• DLMS Transactions: Specific DLMS transactions (e.g., 527R Materiel Receipt Acknowledgement) are required for accounting for consumed GFM and GFE-R carcasses.
• TAV-C Portal Data Requirements: Contractors using the portal must provide information such as Material Receipt Acknowledgement (MRA).
• Performance Requirements: Contractors must physically confirm received material (MRA) for National Item Identification Number (NIIN) and Quantity before recording it in LMP.
• User Access Procedures: Detailed steps are provided for obtaining access, including creating identity records, completing training, and setting up MFA for users without a CAC, as well as for users with a CAC.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the system access and data reporting requirements for any contract involving the maintenance, overhaul, or upgrade of Army property managed through the TAV-C system. It highlights the technical and procedural prerequisites for contractors to effectively manage and account for government assets, which will be a key aspect of contract performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Standard Form 364 (SF 364), Report of Discrepancy (ROD). It is used to report discrepancies found in shipments, such as shortages, overages, damaged goods, or incorrect items. Bidders may need to use this form or respond to a ROD if they are involved in shipping or receiving materials related to a contract.

• Discrepancy Codes: Sections detail various types of discrepancies including condition of material, supply documentation issues, misdirected material, overages/shortages, packing discrepancies, wrong items, and technical data marking issues.
• Action Codes: Specifies the required actions to resolve the discrepancy, such as requesting disposition instructions, retaining material, requesting supporting documentation, or indicating if a replacement shipment is needed.
• Reporting Fields: Includes fields for date, report number, shipper/recipient information, shipment details (NSN/part number, quantity, unit price), and remarks.

If a bidder is responsible for shipping goods under a contract, they may receive or need to respond to this form if a discrepancy is reported by the receiving activity. Understanding the purpose and content of the SF 364 is crucial for managing contract fulfillment and resolving shipping or receiving issues. It outlines the formal process for reporting and addressing problems with material shipments.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, a DD Form 1423-1 (Contract Data Requirements List), specifies data items required under a contract. It details the specific data items, their titles, and associated requirements for submission and approval.

• Data Item No. A003: Maintenance and Overhaul (M&O) Planning Documentation.
• Authority: Tailored to follow the requirements of the Maintenance and Overhaul (M&O) Planning Preparation and Submittal Requirements document.
• Submission Format: Electronic submission in Adobe Acrobat .pdf or Government-approved compatible format via email, or DOD SAFE file exchange service for large files.
• Approval Process: Government approval or disapproval within 90 calendar days of receipt, with resubmission required within 30 days if disapproved.
• Changes: If a change affects a Critical Safety Item Critical Characteristic, the revised plan must be submitted within 10 calendar days for review and approval.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement B, authorized for U.S. Government agencies; Test and Evaluation.

This document outlines a specific deliverable required from the contractor: M&O Planning Documentation. Bidders should note the detailed requirements for preparation, submission format, approval timelines, and the process for handling changes, particularly those impacting critical safety items. It also specifies the distribution limitations for this data.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies the "Government Property (GP) Inventory Report" as a data item required under the contract. It outlines the requirements for the contractor to provide inventory data for Government Property.

• Data Item Number: A001
• Title: Government Property (GP) Inventory Report
• Subtitle: Physical Inventory Instructions
• Authority: DI-MGMT-80441D
• Contract Reference: SOW, PARA 15b
• Requiring Office: AMCOM Logistics Center
• Frequency: Initial inventory data is due no later than 365 days after receipt of initial delivery of Government-furnished Property for overhaul. Subsequent inventory data is due annually thereafter.
• Delivery: Data is to be delivered electronically to usarmy.redstone.amcom.mbx.alc-inventory-management@army.mil.

This CDRL details a specific reporting requirement for Government Property. Bidders should note the frequency and method of submission for the inventory report, as this will be a contractual obligation if awarded. It indicates a need for tracking and reporting on government-furnished property.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DD Form 1423-1, is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL). It specifies the data items that a contractor is required to deliver as part of a contract. This particular entry (Data Item No. A002) details the requirements for a "Report of Shipping (Item) and Packaging Discrepancy."

• Data Item No.: A002
• Title: Report of Shipping (Item) and Packaging Discrepancy
• Subtitle: Supply Discrepancy Report
• Authority: DI-MGMT-80503
• Contract Reference: SOW Para 6
• Frequency: See Block 16
• Remarks (Block 16): Provides specific instructions for submitting a Shipping Supply Discrepancy Report (SDR) under various scenarios:
  • For wrong components received.
  • For improperly packaged components, or components missing required packaging.
  • For combined shipping and packaging discrepancies.
  • For packaging discrepancies discovered during repair/overhaul (hidden discrepancies), requiring submission within 10 days of discovery.
  • If packaging discrepancy caused item deterioration, an estimated cost to repackage should be included.
  • Reporting of excess reusable containers.
• Submission: Reports are to be sent to the contract specialist or contracting officer via email.

This CDRL defines a specific reporting requirement for contractors related to discrepancies in shipping and packaging of items. Bidders should review these requirements to understand their obligations for reporting such issues, including the specific conditions that trigger a report, the required format (SDR), and the timelines for submission. This information is crucial for accurate proposal development and contract compliance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "M&O Packaging Requirements" for a specific part, "VIBRATION CONTROL SYSTEM" (Part Number: C99081-001).

• Item Identification: NSN (6635-01-557-9607), PRID (AB726), Weapon System (A - BE - UH-60), Nomenclature (VIBRATION CONTROL SYSTEM).
• Dimensions & Weight: Estimated Maximum Unit Package Weight (39.8 lbs), Length (26.0 in), Width (24.0 in), Depth (14.0 in).
• Packaging Quantities: Quantity Per Unit Pack (001), Intermediate Container Quantity (000).
• Markings: MIL-STD-129 Markings are required.
• Wood Packaging: All Wood Packaging Material (WPM) must be ISPM-15 Compliant.
• Preservation & Packing: Specifies requirements for Commercial/Level of Pack Commercial (ASTM-D-3951) and Military/Level of Pack A.
• Specific Codes: References MIL-STD-2073-1 Codes, Appendix J, with specific alphanumeric codes listed.
• Supplemental Information: Includes specific codes like NZ (8145-01-044-3289, PN 13414-095) and ZZ (SM - 17 & 39).
• Container Type: Reusable Container will be Contractor Furnished Material.

This document provides critical packaging, marking, and material requirements for the item. Bidders must ensure their proposals and execution plans account for these specifications to meet contract compliance. It details the physical characteristics of the item for shipping and handling, and mandates specific standards and materials for packaging.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed instructions for completing the SF 364, Report of Discrepancy (ROD). It guides bidders on how to report shipping or packaging discrepancies related to government contracts.

• Discrepancy Type: Designate as 'SHIPPING' or 'PACKAGING'.

• Block 1 (Date of Preparation): Date the report is prepared.

• Block 2 (Report Number): Alphanumeric code including DODAAC, calendar year, and report sequence number.

• Block 3 (To): Action activity's name and address.

• Block 4 (From): Reporting activity's name and address.

• Block 5a (Shipper's Name): Shipper's name, address, and DODAAC.

• Block 6 (Transportation Document Number): Type and number of the transportation document.

• Block 7a (Shipper's Number): Purchase order/contract number/delivery order or shipment number.

• Block 7b (Office Administering Contract): Name of the office administering the contract.

• Block 8 (Requisitioner's Number): Requisitioning activity's number.

• Block 9a (NSN/Part Number and Nomenclature): National Stock Number/Part Number and nomenclature.

• Block 9d (Quantity Received): Quantity of items received.

• Block 10a (Quantity): The discrepant quantity.

• Block 10d (Code): Discrepancy Codes.

• Block 11 (Action Code): Action Codes.

• Block 12 (Remarks): Supplemental information or clarification.

• Block 13 (Funding and Accounting Data): Accounting/appropriation codes.

• Block 14a (Typed or Printed Name, Title, and Phone Number of Preparing Official): Contact information of the preparing official.

• Block 15 (Distribution Addresses for Copies): Addresses for report distribution.

• Blocks 16 through 24c are not applicable to contractors.

• All supporting documents and photos must be attached as enclosures.

• Each ROD must contain a Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) Stamp, Signature, and Date.

• Continuation sheets may be used for missing part discrepancies and must also include QAR Stamp, Signature, and Date.

This document is crucial for bidders who may need to report discrepancies in shipments or packaging under the contract. Understanding the required format and information for the SF 364 is essential for compliance and accurate reporting.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a list of data items and associated documents relevant to the opportunity. It serves as a reference for bidders to identify required or recommended documentation for their response.

• PRID: AB726
• Part Number: C99081-001
• NSN: 6635-01-557-9607
• Nomenclature: VIBRATION CONTROL SYSTEM
• A list of 12 Data Item Descriptions (DIDs) and other referenced documents (ARs, TMs, MIL-STDs, ANSI standards).
• Each entry includes a Document ID, Title, Date, and Category.

Bidders should review this list to understand the specific technical data, reports, and standards that may be required or referenced within the solicitation. This includes requirements for:

• Government Property (GP) Inventory Report
• Shipping and Packaging Discrepancy Reports
• Maintenance and Overhaul (M&O) Planning Documentation
• Airworthiness of Aircraft Systems
• Painting and Marking of Army Aircraft
• Reporting of Product Quality Deficiencies
• Identification Marking of U.S. Military Property
• Item Unique Identification Procedures
• Military Packaging Standards
• Military Marking for Shipment and Storage
• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Control Program

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a three-year Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the overhaul of Vibration Control Systems (NSN: 6635-01-557-9607). The government is procuring services to return these systems to a serviceable condition.

• Product Verification Audit (PVA): Contractors must perform a PVA on three units, with failure potentially leading to contract termination.

• Overhaul: Services include parts, labor, preservation, packaging, packing, marking, and data items for the Vibration Control System (UH-60).

• Scrap: A CLIN is included for assets determined to be beyond economical repair.

• Containers: Contractor-furnished containers are required.

• Maintenance and Overhaul (M&O) Plan: Contractors must submit an M&O Plan within 30 days after contract award.

• Reporting: Various reports are required, including Government Property Inventory Reports, Shipping and Packaging Discrepancy Reports, and potentially others related to Total Asset Visibility (TAV-C).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) IDIQ

• Period of Performance: Three ordering periods, each lasting 365 days after contract award (totaling up to 1,095 days).

• Minimum Quantity: 36 units (US quantity) to be obligated on the first delivery order.

• Maximum Estimated Quantity: 130 units (including 22 reserved for FMS).

• Proposal Submission: Electronic submission via email to the specified addresses is required. Facsimile and hard copy submissions are not authorized.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not explicitly detailed in this section, but proposals will be evaluated based on the requirements outlined.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Offer Due Date: 2026-05-18, 05:00 PM
  • M&O Plan Submission: Within 30 days after contract award (DACA).
  • PVA Notification: At least 20 working days prior to the selected PVA date (for CONUS facilities).

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 334519

• Size Standard: Not specified in this document.

• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) quantities are included in the maximum estimated quantity.

• Government Furnished Property (GFP) will not be provided, except for the reparable assets themselves and reusable containers.

• Contractors must comply with various technical standards and regulations, including MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129R for packaging and marking.