Vulcan and KC-97 Aircraft Paint

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment incorporates the most recent Department of Labor Wage Determination.

• Wage Determination Number 2015-5191, Revision Number 29 (dated 03 December 2025) has been deleted.

• It is replaced with Wage Determination Number 2015-5191, Revision 30 (dated 30 March 2026).

• Department of Labor Wage Determination.

• No impact on proposal deadlines or submission requirements is indicated. Bidders should ensure they are using the updated Wage Determination for any cost or pricing related to the solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5191, Revision No. 30) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for a specific geographic area.

• Geographic Area: Louisiana Counties of Bossier, Caddo, and De Soto.
• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles (e.g., Accounting Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Cleaner, Electrician, Computer Programmer, various technicians) along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits required follow the occupational listing. Specific health and welfare rates are provided ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour under EO 13706).
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors, outlining requirements and minimum wage adjustments.
• Additional Information: Includes details on paid sick leave, vacation, and holiday entitlements. It also specifies conditions for hazardous pay differentials and uniform allowances.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for contractors to request additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed in the determination.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under the Service Contract Act in the specified area. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant. It directly impacts the cost of labor in proposals and the overall feasibility of the contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, specifically a one-time service to remove an existing wiring harness from a backhoe and install a new wiring harness on Vulcan and KC-97 aircraft at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. It serves as the official request for quotations (RFQ).

• Removal of existing wiring harness from a backhoe.

• Installation of new wiring harness on Vulcan and KC-97 aircraft.

• Work is to be performed in accordance with Attachment 1 (Statement of Work) and Attachment 3 (Aircraft Photographs).

• Contract type is not explicitly stated but is an RFQ for commercial services.

• Period of Performance: To be scheduled by the contractor.

• CLIN 0001: Restoration Static Display Vulcan (Quantity: 1, Unit: EA)

• CLIN 0002: Restoration Static Display KC-97 (Quantity: 1, Unit: EA)

• Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.

• Due Date and Time: Friday, 15 May 2026, by 1:30 PM CDT.

• Best Value Determination: Award will be based on price/technical evaluation.

• Technical Plan: Offerors must submit a technical plan not exceeding two (2) pages detailing how they will accomplish the task.

• Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical aspects will be evaluated. The lowest three (3) offers will undergo technical evaluation.

• This acquisition is not a set-aside for small business concerns.

• Offerors must review Attachment 2, Wage Determination, and comply with 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026.

• The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• Offers must include company name, address, telephone number, email, and SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

• Offerors must agree to all terms, conditions, and provisions, and any amendments.

• The government intends to award without discussions, but reserves the right to conduct them.

• Applicable attachments include: Statement of Work, Wage Determination, and Aircraft Photographs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains photographs of Vulcan and KC-97 aircraft. It is provided as an attachment to the SAM.gov opportunity record.

• The document consists of multiple images of aircraft.
• Specific aircraft visible include a Vulcan bomber and a KC-97 Stratofreighter.
• Markings on the aircraft, such as "XM606" and "0240", are visible.

These photographs may be relevant for understanding the context or historical background of an opportunity, particularly if the opportunity involves aviation, historical aircraft, or related services. Bidders should review the images to determine if they provide any specific insights pertinent to the opportunity's requirements or scope.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS" issued under the Service Contract Act by the U.S. Department of Labor. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work in specific geographic areas. Bidders must use this information to determine the appropriate wages and benefits to offer their employees if awarded a contract.

• Occupational Listings: Contains a comprehensive list of job titles (e.g., Accounting Clerk, Automotive Electrician, Computer Operator, Firefighter, etc.) with corresponding occupation codes.
• Wage Rates: Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Outlines the required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and specific provisions for Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658.
• Geographic Area: The determination is specific to "Louisiana Parishes of Bossier, Caddo, De Soto."
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), detailing their requirements and minimum wage adjustments.
• Conformance Process: Provides instructions for contractors on how to request wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. It establishes the minimum compensation (wages and benefits) that must be paid to employees working on the contract. Failure to comply with these wage determinations can lead to penalties and contract non-compliance. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates meet or exceed these requirements for all listed occupations within the specified geographic area.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To repaint and perform minor repairs on the Avro Vulcan and KC-97 static display aircraft at the museum airpark to mitigate water intrusion and resultant corrosion, ensuring a quality display appearance.

• Provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, parts, and labor for aircraft painting.

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

• Remove and dispose of bird proofing and nests, then install new bird proofing.

• Prep aircraft surfaces by tarping work areas, high-pressure washing, scraping/sanding existing paint, and repairing any discovered corrosion or metal deterioration.

• Repaint aircraft in their current paint scheme, including all current insignia, markings, stenciling, engine inlet covers, and landing gear.

• Prep and paint windows with a polyurethane clear coat.

• Polish unpainted metal surfaces to a mirror finish instead of painting.

• Apply a specific primer (LICP 200 Industrial primer or better) and industrial catalyzed urethane type paint or better, achieving a wet mil thickness of 4.0-4.5 mils.

• Apply 2 or more coats of Valspar AC4400 Clear coat HS or better for high gloss and UV protection.

• Manage all paint chips, paint, rags, and debris according to the Base Hazardous Waste Program Manager.

• Provide SDS for all paint and primers containing hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) and/or volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to the CE Environmental Office.

• Performance start date: 15-30 days after contract award.

• Estimated period of performance: 14-21 days per aircraft.

• Hours of operation: 0730-1500 Monday – Friday, with weekly schedule coordination with museum personnel.

• Contractor must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in historical aircraft restoration.

• Provide at least 5 positive performance references for historical aircraft restoration projects within the last 5 years.

• Show proof of performing historical aircraft restoration jobs of the same or larger magnitude.

• Must be able to work on Barksdale Air Force Base, including passing a background check and meeting insurance requirements.

• Contractor will work with museum personnel for coordination and to match paint colors and insignias.

• Submit a paint sample prior to work commencing for approval of dimensions, decals, markings, and tail number.