Opportunity

SAM #FA462526Q1048

Supply, Installation, and Training for Barbee AutoFrettage Test Stand at Whiteman AFB

Buyer

509th CES

Posted

August 11, 2026

Respond By

August 14, 2026

Identifier

FA462526Q1048

NAICS

333999, 423490, 562211, 611430, 334513

This opportunity from the U.S. Air Force 509th Maintenance Squadron at Whiteman Air Force Base seeks the supply, installation, and training for a Barbee AutoFrettage Test Stand system to support B-2 aircraft tubing testing. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, 509th Maintenance Squadron, Whiteman Air Force Base - OEMs and Vendors: - Barbee (manufacturer of the AutoFrettage Test Stand) - Products Requested: - AutoFrettage Tester (NSN 4920-01-231-1017, Part Number 9770-0129), 1 unit - Integrated Pneumatic Air Flush System, 1 unit - Heavy-Duty Enclosure Lid Assembly with Pneumatic Cylinders, 1 unit - Automated Pneumatic Door Locking System, 1 unit - Thraxton Hydrostatic Test Adapters (for B-2 tubing diameters), 1 set - Services Requested: - Delivery of equipment - On-site installation, including utility connections - Removal and disposal of existing inoperative test stand, tank, and hazardous fluids (EPA compliant) - System calibration and verification (including leak testing at 20,000 PSI) - Comprehensive 2-day training for up to 10 personnel (operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, safety) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Removal and disposal of old system and hazardous fluids - Training for up to 10 personnel - System must support 20,000 PSI testing and include safety features (automated door locking, heavy-duty lid) - All work must comply with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) - Delivery, installation, and training must be completed within 150 days after receipt of order - No other OEMs or vendors are referenced; Barbee is the sole OEM specified.

Description

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY

*This is a Sources Sought Notice only and not a Request for Quote/Proposal.  A contract will not result from this posting.

Vendor must supply and install a Barbee Autofrettage test stand at Whiteman AFB. Removal and disposal of current inoperative test stand is required. All work must be completed per the attached PWS.   

For vendors interested in providing this capability, please email najee.holland@us.af.mil and tiffany.driskill@us.af.mil

Interested sources provide the following information:

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For more information referred to attached Performance Work Statement. 

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