463L Legacy Cargo Pallet Repair Follow-On
Estimated Value: $159,784,641
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMBAT READINESS.FA8534 AFLCMC WNKAC
Location
Cadillac, MI
Michigan
Estimated Value
$159,784,641
Type
Award Notice
Service / NAICS
321920
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMBAT READINESS.FA8534 AFLCMC WNKAC involves 463l legacy cargo pallet repair follow-on in Cadillac, Michigan valued at approximately $159,784,641.
Contract Description
The 463L Cargo Pallet (P/N: HCU-6/E & HCU-12/E) is used to transport cargo up to 10,000 lbs. on-board military cargo-carrying aircraft, including C-5, C-17, and C-130. The pallets are transported on the ground with Tunner loaders, Halvorsen loaders, forklifts, and k-loaders. Cargo on-board these pallets can be stacked up to 96 inches high prior to being secured with two side (low profile) nets and one top net to the 463L rail system on the aforementioned loaders and aircraft. The 463L pallet is manufactured with dimensions of 108" x 88" x 2.25" for the length, width, and height, respectively. The dimensions specified in the Technical Data Package (TDP) assure compatibility with the 463L rail system on-board various loaders and cargo-carrying aircraft, and with material handling equipment u...
Timeline
Posted Date
Mar 9, 2026
What Contractors Should Know
At $159,784,641, this is a significant-value contract that may attract multiple bidders.
Work will be performed in Cadillac, Michigan. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Michigan
- ✓Your company can demonstrate capacity for $159,784,641+ contracts
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMBAT READINESS.FA8534 AFLCMC WNKAC before
Harder to Win If…
- !Large contract value typically attracts well-established competitors
- !Full and open competition — no set-aside restrictions
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Contractor FAQ
How do I submit a bid for this DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMBAT READINESS.FA8534 AFLCMC WNKAC contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline.
What size company typically wins contracts of this value?
Contracts valued at $159,784,641 in the facilities services category are typically awarded to mid-sized to large service contractors with established past performance.
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