Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-17942
Kuwait C17 Fleet Sustainment Package – Aircraft Components, Support Equipment, and Services
Buyer
Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness
Posted
September 02, 2026
Respond By
November 02, 2026
Identifier
2026-17942
NAICS
336413, 541330, 541690, 541712
This opportunity involves a major sustainment package for Kuwait's C17 aircraft fleet, led by the Department of Defense and the Air Force. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, Air Force, on behalf of the Government of Kuwait - Principal OEM: - The Boeing Company (manufacturer of C17 aircraft) - Products Requested: - Major and minor modification equipment and support - Aircraft components, parts, and accessories - Instruments and lab equipment - Spares, repair parts, consumables, and repair/return support - Ground handling equipment - Pyrotechnics equipment, cartridges, chaffs, and flares - Communications and electrical support equipment - Classified and unclassified software, publications, and technical documentation - Clothing, textiles, and individual equipment - Personnel training and training equipment - Jet fuel - Services Requested: - U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services - Unique Requirements: - Comprehensive sustainment package covering both hardware and software - Includes classified and unclassified elements - Emphasis on enhancing Kuwait's strategic airlift and regional security - Training and technical documentation included for operational readiness - Estimated contract value: $484 million - No specific part numbers or quantities provided; scope covers a wide range of C17 sustainment needs
Description
The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD(P&R)) announces a proposed public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. The collection aims to obtain information on prospective applicants for educator positions with the Department of War Education Activity, verifying employment history and determining creditable previous experience for pay-setting purposes. The information collection includes forms for supplemental application, professional evaluation, and verification of employment. Comments are invited on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the information collection, with a comment deadline of November 2, 2026.