How to bid on LANTIRN ATE AN/AAM-80 Power Supply Test Station repair for DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense is seeking a five-year contract for repair, calibration, and testing services. This work supports the AN/AAM-80 Power Supply Test Station electrical load bank, which is used for LANTIRN test equipment on F-15E and F-16 aircraft. This is a critical piece of equipment for maintaining these aircraft.

Vendors should care about this opportunity because it is a long-term, five-year contract for specialized repair services. The contract covers National Stock Number (NSN) 6150-01-385-8223KV, PN: 717720650-039, LOAD BANK, ELECTRICAL.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on August 04, 2026. Responses are due by August 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your proposal before this deadline.

At the deadline, all submitted proposals will be considered by the Department of Defense. Late submissions may not be accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for Keysight, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or any of their authorized solution partners. The government does not own the technical data rights for this equipment, which restricts who can bid.

Firms specializing in the repair, calibration, and testing of specialized electrical load banks, particularly those with a partnership with Keysight, will find this opportunity relevant. The work involves equipment for military aircraft support.

How to respond

To access the full details of this solicitation, you need to go to the original source portal. Click the “View original source” link to open the opportunity.

If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the “View original source” link again, and it should direct you to the specific bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though for some bids, this is not required.

Tips for a competitive response

Given the specific requirement for Keysight or its solution partners, ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your relationship with Keysight and your authorization to perform these services. Provide documentation to support this claim.

Detail your experience with similar repair, calibration, and testing services, especially for complex electrical load banks and military aircraft support equipment. Highlight your adherence to relevant technical orders and specifications like T.O. 00-25-234, MIL-PRF-23377J (2), and MIL-PRF-19500N.

Clearly outline your proposed approach to meeting the five-year contract requirements, including your capacity to handle the volume of repairs and your quality control processes. Emphasize your ability to provide consistent, high-quality service over the contract period.