IBS-ES Sustainment
Estimated Value: $47,920,792
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA8555 AFLCMC C3IBK
Location
Fairfax, VA
Virginia
Estimated Value
$47,920,792
Type
Award Notice
Service / NAICS
Engineering Services
NAICS 541330
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.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA8555 AFLCMC C3IBK involves engineering services in Fairfax, Virginia valued at approximately $47,920,792.
Contract Description
AFLCMC/C3IBK hereby awards on a sole source basis, an indefinite Quantity - Indefinite Delivery type contract for the sustainment and modernization of the Integrated Broadcast Service Enterprise Service (IBS-ES) program to include the United States Government and Collaborating Nations (CNs) as directed by the IBS Program Office. Requirements include the sustainment, maintenance, and development of software for the IBS system and associated tools. This acquisition is awarded sole source to The Mission Essential Corporation (CAGE: 3QKA8). The period of performance is 20 January 2026 – 19 July 2031 (three one-year ordering periods, two (2) one-year options, and an option to extend up to six months). The applicable NAICS code is 541330. The authority for this requirement is 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1...
Timeline
Posted Date
Jan 26, 2026
What Contractors Should Know
At $47,920,792, this is a significant-value contract that may attract multiple bidders.
This falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), one of the core federal facilities and operational service categories.
Work will be performed in Fairfax, Virginia. 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 Virginia
- ✓You have direct experience in engineering services
- ✓Your company can demonstrate capacity for $47,920,792+ contracts
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA8555 AFLCMC C3IBK before
Harder to Win If…
- !Large contract value typically attracts well-established competitors
- !Full and open competition — no set-aside restrictions
Related Context
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA8555 AFLCMC C3IBK
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Service Category
Engineering Services
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Location
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NAICS Code
541330 — Engineering Services
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Contractor FAQ
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