Opportunity
SAM #FA527026QB0028
Aircraft Handler Repair and Battery Replacement at Kadena Air Base
Buyer
PACAF 18th CONS PK
Posted
August 17, 2026
Respond By
August 27, 2026
Identifier
FA527026QB0028
NAICS
532412, 811310, 811219
This procurement opportunity from the U.S. Air Force at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, seeks comprehensive repair and battery replacement services for four Lektro AP8850SDA Aircraft Handlers. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (18 AMXS), 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit (67 AMU), Kadena Air Base, Okinawa - OEMs and Vendors: - Lektro (OEM for Aircraft Handlers) - EXILF21 (Battery model specified; manufacturer not explicitly named) - Products/Services Requested: - Repair and maintenance of four Lektro AP8850SDA Aircraft Handlers - Replacement of batteries with EXILF21 550AH/5H Integrated Battery Packs (36V, 8 units total) - Battery parts: terminal sets, float type caps, sensor-equipped caps, three-core level sensors, centralized battery watering system - Structural welding, corrosion repainting, refurbishment of battery enclosures - Removal and disposal of old battery cells - Installation, calibration, and operational testing of new batteries - Lease of heavy equipment: 2-ton dump truck and 3-ton UNIC crane truck for logistical support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - On-site work at Hangar 2, Kadena Air Base - Work must be completed within 90 days after receipt of order - Services support aircraft sortie generation and mobility, especially during Typhoon season - Local vendors may quote in JPY; U.S. vendors in USD - Includes rust remediation, structural load testing, and operational calibrations - Battery model and part numbers specified: EXILF21 550AH/5H, WCT60 (45M)SB350 - Heavy logistics and specialized equipment mobilization required
Description
Solicitation Number: FA527026QB0028
Solicitation: Repair Aircraft Handler and Battery Replacement
The 18th Contracting Squadron (18CONS), Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan is soliciting quotes for a firm-fixed price purchase order to perform comprehensive maintenance, repair andrepalcement of industrial batteris on four (4) government -owned Lektro AP8850SDA Aircraft Handlers.
This requirement is funded using Department of Defense Operaration and Maintenance (O&M) funds.
For further information, please refer to Attachment documents.