Repair of UH-1N Signal Data Converter

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the overhaul data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to repair the Signal Data Converter which is applicable to the UH-1N Helicopter. The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined. 

The Signal Data Converter has a Repair Method Code (RMC/RMSC) of “R3/R”.  Repair Method Code (RMC) R3: Repair, for the second or subsequent time, directly from the actual manufacturer. RMSC-R: The Government does not own the data or the rights to be contract repair of this part from additional sources.

It has been determined to be uneconomical to buy the data or rights to the data. It is uneconomical to reverse engineer the part.  The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Signal Data Converter is Benz Companies LTD, Benz Airborne Systems, 2400 Handley Ederville Road, Suite 200, Fort Worth, TX 76118-6946

Contractor shall furnish all material, support equipment, tools, test equipment, and services.  The contractor is responsible for providing, maintaining, and calibrating all support equipment required at their facility or a subcontractor’s facility.  Contractor furnished material or parts used for replacement shall equal or exceed the quality of the original material or parts.

Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards.  The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this solicitation or to otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts as provided in subsection 31.205-18, Bid and proposal costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Although “proposal” and “offeror” are used in this Request for Information, your response will be treated as information only. It shall not be used as a proposal. This solicitation is issued for the purpose of identifying any additional potential repair sources capable of repairing these assets.

INSTRUCTIONS:

The document(s) below contains a description of the Signal Data Converter repair requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability.

1. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements.  Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. 

1. ATTENTION: SMALL BUSINESS RESPONDENTS who are interested in participation for this effort:
   1. No set aside decision has been made; however, the Government will determine the final strategy after thorough analysis of the small business responses and other market research available, considering the demonstrated interest and capability.  Please ensure that you provide a thorough response to each question.  If your company does not currently possess the full capability required to fulfill the entire requirement, what teaming/partnership/joint venture/subcontracting arrangement do you have in place to fulfill the government needs? Providing evidence of this arrangement, e.g. emails, letters, etc. that demonstrates a united response to this RFI is highly encouraged but not required. The evidence should state the type of arrangement and the role each member will fulfill.  If you are only interested in being a subcontractor to the future awardee, state the portion of the work that your organization has capability of fulfilling. 
   2. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

1. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.  Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

1. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the Logistics Manager Torey McClain at Torey.McClain@us.af.mil

Repair of Signal Data Converter

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to repair the Signal Data Converter listed below:

NOUN                                NSN                               P/N

Signal Data Converter       6620-01-422-3447GA    200-0001-3    

This requirement is for the depot level repair of the Signal Data Converter, which is applicable to the UH-1N helicopter.

The extent of repair work required shall be determined by the initial inspection/functional checkout and the disassembly/assembly required to return items to a serviceable condition that shall efficiently serve their intended purpose. Original design of the end item and parts thereof, or the design functional capabilities of the end item, shall not be changed, modified or altered unless such changes are authorized in writing by the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO).

This effort will be executed as a Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) Requirements contract, consisting of a Basic and 4 annual ordering periods for a total of 5 years. The place of delivery is To Be Determined (TBD) and assets are due 45 days After Receipt of Order (ARO) or Repairable Assets, whichever is Later.

The RFP will be posted to the SAM.GOV website. Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation at www.sam.gov only. NO TELEPHONE REQUESTS WILL BE HONORED, and no hard copies will be mailed out. This is a sole source requirement that will be purchased from Benz Companies, LTD. (CAGE: 1CP32), in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. All questions regarding the RFP must be submitted in writing to Torey.McClain@us.af.mil  with a copy to leigh.taylor.3@us.af.mil and kawunda.hill@us.af.mil. No telephone inquiries. Anticipated award date is FY27. Duration of Contract Period is 5 years.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

Part I.  Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

• Company/Institute Name:
• Address:
• Point of Contact:
• CAGE Code:
• Phone Number:
• E-mail Address:
• Web Page URL:

·    Government Proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 811210

       Based on the Government proposed NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

• Small Business                                               (Yes / No)
• Woman Owned Small Business                     (Yes / No)
• Small Disadvantaged Business                       (Yes / No)
• 8(a) Certified                                                  (Yes / No)
• HUBZone Certified                                        (Yes / No)
• Veteran Owned Small Business                     (Yes / No)
• Service Disabled Veteran Small Business     (Yes / No)
• System for Award Management (SAM)        (Yes / No)
• A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Responses to the Capability Survey Part I and Part II must be received no later than close of business 25 July 2026.  Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall.  Attachments shall not exceed 10 MB per email.  Multiple emails are acceptable.  Responses must be sent via email to the following:

• Torey McClain at Torey.McClain@us.af.mil (Logistics Manager)
• Leigh Taylor at leigh.taylor.3@us.af.mil (PCO)
• Kawunda Hill at kawunda.hill@us.af.mil (Contract Specialist)  

Questions related to this market research should be addressed to the Logistics Manager.

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

1. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and nature of the goods and/or services you provide.  Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

1. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement.  Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization support, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

1. Describe your company’s experience in repairing the Part Number/NSNs listed above that are applicable to the repair of the Signal Data Converter.

1. Do you have experience with generating, handling, manufacturing, testing, or repairing classified data, material, or information? Yes / No

1. Describe your company's capabilities and experience in generating technical data, engineering drawings and manuals.  Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items.

1. What is your company’s current maximum capacity per month for this particular type of requirement?  Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase capacity in the event of an immediate need due to critical operational mission requirements.

1. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices do your company employ?  Provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.).
   1. Provide a detailed quality plan implementing AS9100 (or equivalent).

1. Repair Questions:

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in repairing existing systems/equipment (hardware and software) to solve maintenance and support problems in the depot environment.

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying repair or maintenance procedures.  Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

1. Demonstrate your ability and experience in repairing the same or similar components, which are currently in use on commercial or military helicopters by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

1. Contract Number
2. Procuring Agency
3. Contract Value
4. Number of assets shipped

1. Provide your commercial manual(s) or Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and your rights to these manuals and or ATP used in the depot level repair and functional check of these or similar assets for Government Engineer review.

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in test, evaluation, repair or maintenance procedures.

1. Describe your configuration management processes and how you identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

1. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of this effort.

1. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balances and repair status to your customer.

1. Include a detailed list of facilities and equipment, including quantities required to satisfy the requirements of this effort.
   1. Provide an outline of the proposed process, including inspections.
      1. State the type of test procedures are anticipated for this effort.
      2. State the type of inspection processes anticipated for this effort.
         1. NDI/T.
         2. Destructive testing/inspection.

1. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.

1. If the item cannot be repaired in total, state what your organization can repair.

1. State any technology insertion ideas for the item that would be suitable for this effort.

 13. Discuss any reverse engineering or item replacement opportunities that may be present.

1. Commerciality Questions:

1. Are there established catalog or market prices for our requirements?

1. If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public?

1. Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions?  Briefly describe any differences.

1. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.  

1. Manufacturing Questions

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in manufacturing with regard to the requirements of this effort.

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying manufacturing procedures.  Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

1. Demonstrate your ability and experience in the manufacture of the same or similar components, which are currently utilized in the commercial or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

1. Contract Number
2. Procuring Agency
3. Contract Value
4. Number of assets shipped

1. Provide your commercial manual(s) or Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and your rights to these manuals and or ATP used in the manufacture and functional check of these or similar assets for Government Engineer review.

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in test, evaluation, and repair processes/procedures with regard to manufacturing items.

1. Describe your configuration management processes and how you identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

1. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort.

1. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balance and manufacturing status to your customer.

1. Include a detailed list of facilities and equipment, including quantities required to satisfy the requirements of this effort.
   1. Provide an outline of the proposed process, including inspections.
      1. State the type of test procedures are anticipated for this effort.
      2. State the type of inspection processes anticipated for this effort.
         1. NDI/T.
         2. Destructive testing/inspection.

1. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.

1. If the item cannot be manufactured in total, state what your organization can produce.

1. State any technology insertion ideas for the item that would be suitable for this effort.

 13. Discuss any reverse engineering or item replacement opportunities that may be present.

1. Engineering Services Questions

(Engineering, advisory & assistance services, contractor logistic support, other services not listed)

1. Describe your services capabilities and experience with regard to the requirements of this effort.

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying procedures.  Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

1. Demonstrate your ability and experience for the same or similar services, which are currently provided in the commercial and/or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

1. Contract Number
2. Procuring Agency
3. Contract Value
4. Services Provided

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in any required test, evaluation, and repair processes/procedures with regard to the required items.

1. Describe how you/your organization will identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

1. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort.

1. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balance and manufacturing status to your customer as required.

1. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.