SAM #FA2385-CRONUS-KC135-RFI

KC-135 Electrified Boom Automation Lab Installation and Integration at Wright-Patterson AFB

This opportunity is issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and Air Mobility Command (AMC) for the installation of a KC-135 Electrified Boom Automation Lab at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. - Project Overview: - Installation of a KC-135 Electrified Boom Lab at AFIT's motion capture facility - Includes government-furnished KC-135 tail section with refueling boom - Requires structural support, overhead actuation system, digital control station, and facility modifications - Scope of Work: - Contractor to design, fabricate, install, and test the lab - Integration of hardware and software for boom movement and control - Facility upgrades for structural, electrical, and civil requirements - One year of maintenance and technical support post-installation - Deliverables & Documentation: - Comprehensive project management, system safety program, logistics, and technical reporting - Acceptance testing and as-built drawings - Recurring and milestone-based technical data submissions (e.g., work plans, status reports, safety assessments) - Period of Performance: - Base period of 12 months for installation and initial support - Option for an additional 12 months of maintenance and support - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or commercial vendors are named; the KC-135 tail section is government-furnished - Potential competitors include companies with expertise in aerospace systems integration, motion capture, and automation labs - Estimated contract value likely ranges from $2,000,000 to $5,000,000 based on scope and facility modifications - Attachments provide detailed Statement of Objectives and required Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)

Description

This Request for Information (RFI) seek to identify capable industry partners and gather information regarding the installation of a KC-135 Electrified Boom Automation Lab. This lab will be installed in the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) motion capture lab on Area B at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. The purpose of this initiative is to bridge the gap in technology demonstration—from laboratory, to prototyping, to platform integration. 

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