Bid guide
How to bid on CherryLOCK G689 Rivet Kit for the DEPT of Defense
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the 28 Maintenance Squadron at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota, needs two G689 CherryLock pneumatic-hydraulic riveter guns, two 680B46 straight adapters, and two each of four specific Cherry pulling heads (H9055-3, H9055-4, H9055-5, and H9055-6). These items are for their Aircraft Structural Maintenance shop.
This is an opportunity for equipment suppliers to provide specialized tools to the Air Force. The required delivery is to Ellsworth AFB, SD, within 180 days after the contract is awarded.
Key dates and deadlines
Questions about this solicitation are due by September 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM MDT. You should email your questions to [email protected]. Answers will be provided as an amendment to the solicitation.
Your complete quote must be submitted by September 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM MDT. It is important to note that funds are not currently available for this contract, and the government's obligation is contingent upon future funding.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is suitable for businesses that supply specialized aircraft maintenance equipment, particularly pneumatic-hydraulic riveters and associated parts. Vendors should be able to provide the specific CherryLock brand items requested or equivalent items that meet the salient characteristics.
The contract will be a single, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) award. The government will evaluate both technical factors and price to determine the most advantageous offer.
How to respond to this RFP
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All necessary information for submitting a quote is in the attached RFQ document, titled FA469026Q0044. You must read this attachment in its entirety before preparing your quote. Ensure your submission includes all required elements to be considered responsive.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments, especially the Salient Characteristics document, to ensure your proposed items meet all technical requirements. The government will use technical acceptability and price as evaluation factors.
Since funds are not yet available, understand that the contract award is contingent on funding. Prepare your quote to be as clear and complete as possible, addressing all aspects of the solicitation. Double-check that you have submitted all required documentation by the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Air Force; the original posting controls.