Summary
The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center seeks a contractor to design and deliver a refreshed center console avionics system for the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, including systems engineering, hardware design, and flight deck integration. An active Q&A process and Draft RFP have been posted, with industry days and aircraft tours conducted. Located at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma.
Full Description
14 Aug 26 Updating the Q&A with Government responses. 6 Aug 26 Updating the Q&A with Government response. 28 Jul 26 Updating the Q&A with Government responses. The resulting solicitation Amendment 01 will be posted under the Solicitation notice for KC-135 Center Console Refresh (CCR) Revision 2. 24 Jul 26 Updating the Q&A with Government responses. This should address all open questions. 22 Jul 26 Updating the Q&A with Government response. 09 Jul 26 Updating the bidder's library to include two documents referenced in the system engineerying plan (SEP). 1 Jul 26 The remaining unanswered Q&A questions from industry have been addressed and uploaded by the Government. 24 June 26- Updated and attached the Q&A document with recent questions from Industry and responses from the Government, The few remaining unanswered questions will be uploaded next week. 03 June 26 - SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT To ensure the integrity of the procurement process, fair and open competition, and compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), all prospective offerors are hereby notified of the following protocols: The PCO is the only individual authorized to clarify requirements, answer questions, accept recommendations, or bind the Government regarding this acquisition. Vendors are asked to not use higher-level leadership meetings, technical exchanges, or informal discussions with Government personnel to bypass the PCO. Any procurement-related topics raised in these forums will not be addressed, and personnel are being instructed to immediately redirect the vendor to the PCO. All questions, comments, and recommendations must be submitted in writing directly to the PCO, brandi.shelden@us.af.mil 28 May 26 Updated and attached the Q&A document with recent questions from Industry and responses from the Government 26 May 26 Removed previous SRD and added a copy without password requirement. Updated Draft Solicitation to searchable format. 21 May 26 Uploaded Memo for Draft RFP and timeline updates. 11 May 26 Uploaded the block 45 Electrical Loads Analysis 06 May 26 Updated and attached the Q&A document with recent questions from Industry and responses from the Government Removed and replaced the KC-135 CCR Baseline Configuration pdf. 05 May 26 Added KC-135 CCR Baseline Configuration to Bidder's Library Added TO 00-5-16 to Bidder's Library Added In Person Industry Day Measurements for KC-135 CCR Memo 28 Apr 26 Added In Person Industry Day Pictures KC-135 CCR Memo 23 April 2026 The following documents have been deleted due to non-applicability and/or being outdated. (CUI) AFRL-STO MBSE Style Guide v0.2.pdf OMG SysML Ver 1.7.pdf The following document has been uploaded (U) AFRL MBSE Style Guide v2-1 ------------------------------------------------------------------ 15 April 2026 Updated the Q&A documents for SOW, SRD, and Industry Day with Government responses. ------------------------------------------------------------------ 07 April 2026 NOTICE: AIRCRAFT TOUR ACCESS INFORMATION The Government is requesting the following arrival times for all attendees participating in the upcoming Aircraft Tour: • Non‑CAC Holders: Please arrive at the Tinker AFB Visitor’s Center at 6:00 a.m. to allow sufficient time for vetting and base access processing. • CAC Holders: Please arrive at the Visitor’s Center at 7:30 a.m. for check‑in prior to the tour. Important Reminder: Tinker Air Force Base has discontinued the Trusted Traveler Program. All individuals entering the installation, including those with CACs, must present a valid form of identification at the gate. Please plan accordingly to avoid delays. The tour is scheduled to conclude by 4:00 p.m CST ------------------------------------------------------------------ 03 April 2026 The Government is providing the following documents: The Q&As from the questions asked during the Virtual Industry Day and the one‑on‑ones held in March 2026 Responses to a portion of the questions submitted separately by industry; responses to the remaining questions will be posted at a later time Information for the Aircraft Tour Additional documents for the Bidder’s Library See attachments: “CUI_Industry Day 1 and 2 Q&A” “CUI KC‑135 CCR Industry Day Responses” “Tinker PDM Aircraft Tour for KC‑135 CCR” ------------------------------------------------------------------ 27 March 2026 CCR Virtual Industry Day -25 March 2026: Charts and Minutes for Industry The Goverment is providing the charts presented during the Virtual Industry Day held on 25 March 2026, along with the meeting minutes from the session. See attachment: "CUI KC-135 CCR Industry Day Slides and Meeting Minutes" ------------------------------------------------------------------ 19 March 2026 Invitations for the morning session of the KC-135 Center Console Refre