Bid guide
How to bid on E-6B Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) for the DEPT of the Navy
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy is planning a single-award contract for maintenance, repair, overhaul, modifications, and fabrication work on E-6B aircraft. This contract is important for companies specializing in aircraft services.
The scope of work includes scheduled and unscheduled depot tasks, within-scope repairs, in-service repairs, light planeside manufacturing and fabrication, and modifications to airframe structures and aircraft systems. Work will primarily be at the contractor’s facility in continental North America, with potential for work at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, and other locations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a final solicitation. The deadline for responses is September 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This RFI helps the government gather information before issuing a formal solicitation.
The final solicitation is expected in late fourth quarter FY 2026, with a tentative closing date 45 days after its posting. The contract award is anticipated in the third quarter of FY 2027. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for updates.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul, particularly for large military aircraft. The competition is full and open, meaning businesses of all sizes can compete.
Companies must be registered under the applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code in SAM.gov to be considered. The contract is expected to cover one five-year ordering period plus one five-year option, from Fiscal Years 2027 through 2036.
How to access the opportunity
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Practical tips for a competitive response
Given this is an RFI, focus your response on demonstrating your firm's capabilities and experience relevant to E-6B aircraft maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification. Highlight any specialized equipment, facilities, or personnel that align with the described scope.
Ensure your SAM.gov registration is current and accurate, especially regarding your NAICS code. If you have questions, submit them according to the instructions provided in the RFI. Pay close attention to any government responses to industry questions, as these often clarify requirements and expectations for the eventual solicitation.
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 Navy; the original posting controls.