Bid guide
How to bid on Center Wing Box kits for C-130 aircraft from the Department of Defense
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking Enhanced Service Life (ESL) Center Wing Box (CWB) kits for its C-130 Center Wing Box program. This acquisition is for a critical component of C-130 aircraft.
The contract will have a five-year period of performance, including a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. It will use a combination of Firm Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursement – No Fee contract line items.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on August 20, 2026. The deadline for submissions is September 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
Any comments, recommendations, concerns, or questions regarding this notice should be submitted to the listed contacts before the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically designated as a Sole Source acquisition to Lockheed Martin Corporation, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company (LMAC) in Marietta, Georgia. The statutory authority for this is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), Only One Responsible Source.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 336411, Other Electronic Component Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1500 employees. The Product and Service Code (PSC) is 1510.
How to respond to this solicitation
While this is a Sole Source acquisition to Lockheed Martin, vendors can still submit comments, recommendations, concerns, and questions. These should be directed to the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), Oya Harrison, at [email protected], and the Contract Specialists Brontavious Harris at [email protected] and Moneka Johnson at [email protected].
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Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even for sole-source notices, it is important to carefully read all provided documentation. Understanding the agency's exact needs and specifications is crucial for any engagement, even if it's just to provide feedback or prepare for future related opportunities.
Ensure all communications are professional and directly address the points raised in the solicitation. If you are submitting questions, make them clear and concise to facilitate a prompt and accurate response from the contracting officers. Always adhere to stated deadlines for inquiries and submissions.
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.