Sources Sought for Overhaul of CH-47 Magnetic Brake
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 Army is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for the Overhaul of CH-47 Magnetic Brakes (NSN: 1680-01-120-7511, P/N: 145CS101-3). This effort supports the ongoing sustainment and operational readiness of the CH-47 fleet. Responses are due by June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the complete restoration of unserviceable CH-47 Magnetic Brakes to a like-new, fully serviceable, and air-worthy condition. The overhaul must be accomplished in accordance with Government specifications, specifically Depot Maintenance Work Requirement (DMWR) 1-1680-341&P, dated 08/20/2020. The estimated quantity range is a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 180 units, which includes 30 units for Foreign Military Sales (FMS). The item is not classified as a Critical Safety Item (CSI).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Contract Type: Five (5) year, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) overhaul contract.
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, by electronic mail.
- Published: May 28, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties capable of performing this effort should respond by identifying their business size and socio-economic status. All submissions must include full company name, Point of Contacts (POCs) with name, position, office, mobile telephone numbers, and email address. Submissions should be sent to Eddie Sampson at eddie.n.sampson2.civ@army.mil.
Additional Notes
This announcement is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government or an Invitation for Bid (IFB). No reimbursement will be made for response costs, and this notice does not restrict the Government's ultimate acquisition strategy. A synopsis for this requirement will be issued at a later date.