Synopsis of Modernization and Upgrade of the LC-130H Polar Mission aircraft to LC-130J Aircraft
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE.FA8509 AFLCMC WIUKA
Location
Wright Patterson AFB, OH
Ohio
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Special Notice
Service / NAICS
336411
Set-Aside
NONE
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.INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE.FA8509 AFLCMC WIUKA involves synopsis of modernization and upgrade of the lc-130h polar mission aircraft to lc-130j aircraft in Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. The response deadline was Mar 12, 2026.
Contract Description
The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Special Operations Forces (SOF)/Personnel Recovery (PR) C-130 Division AFLCMC/WIU conducted market research to identify qualified sources to design, develop, and evaluate a new LC-130J Military Design Series (MDS) to replace the aging LC-130H aircraft. The government requires study and technical documentation support to determine the best integration approach for modernizing a newly produced C-130J, produced by Lockheed Martin, to support missions in arctic conditions to include identifying and advising required structural upgrades, avionics, and a range of other engineering and analytical supplies and services for this special mission variant fleet. This study will include the design and testing of post-production modifications (such as ...
Timeline
Posted Date
Feb 25, 2026
Response Deadline
Mar 12, 2026
Deadline passed
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Ohio
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE.FA8509 AFLCMC WIUKA before
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
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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 of Mar 12, 2026.
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