Sources Sought - 19 AMXS Load Test
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 19 CONS PKA office, is conducting a Sources Sought for 19 AMXS Load Test services at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. This market research aims to identify qualified sources for annual load testing of aircraft component lifting slings and to determine the best acquisition strategy, including the potential for a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by May 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement, detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), is for annual load testing of aircraft component lifting slings assigned to the 19 AMXS Support Section. The objective is to ensure serviceability, prevent maintenance delays, and reduce work stoppage. Key tasks include:
- Performing annual load testing on specified slings according to technical publications.
- Providing all necessary management, personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, and supervision.
- Transporting equipment from the 19 AMXS unit to the contractor's location for testing and back.
- Providing a certificate of load testing for each item, including company name, item identification, statement of testing, test date, and a one-year due date.
Performance Standards & Requirements
- Load testing must adhere to technical guidance (Appendix 1).
- Turnaround time for equipment pickup and dropoff must not exceed 15 calendar days.
- Services are required at a minimum frequency of once per month.
- The contractor's Quality Management System (QMS) must meet AS9100 requirements and undergo certification.
- This is a nonpersonal services contract, with services designated as mission-essential.
- A Contract Manager knowledgeable in annual load testing is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Potential Contract Structure: Anticipated 5-year contract (1 basic year, 1 option year, 6-month extension).
- Base Year: Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027
- Option Years: Oct 1, 2027 – Sep 30, 2031
- 6-Month Extension: Oct 1, 2031 - Mar 31, 2032
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine if a Total Small Business Set-Aside is appropriate.
- NAICS Code: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (Small Business Size Standard: $12.5 Million).
- Response Due: May 21, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: May 18, 2026
Response Requirements
This is not a solicitation; it is for planning purposes only. Interested parties, especially small businesses (8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, Women-Owned), are requested to respond by:
- Identifying their small business status relative to NAICS 811310.
- Providing any anticipated teaming arrangements, delineating prime and partner work.
- Describing similar services offered to government and commercial customers in the past three years.
- Submitting a summary outline of their qualifications to provide a Water Jet to Little Rock AFB, Arkansas.
- References to vendor web pages will not be accepted. Submissions will not be returned.
Place of Performance
The primary place of performance will be the contractor's own location, including transportation to and from 276 CMSgt Williams Drive, Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas 72099.