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C-5 Slat Actuator Assemblies

ID: FA8538_SLAT_ACTUATOR • Type: Sources Sought • Match:  90%
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Description

AFLCMC/WLSEAB (C-5M Galaxy Division) is seeking qualified vendors to fullfill a requirment for the C-5 Slat Actuator Repair within the C-5M Galaxy Aircraft.

The part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity in order to maintain the quality of the part. Existing unique engineering skills, and repair knowledge by the qualified source(s) require repair of the part by the approved source(s). The approved source(s) retain repair knowledge, or technical data that are not economically available to the government, and the data or knowledge is essential to maintaining the quality of the part. An alternate source must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, as approved by the cognizant government engineering activity, AFLCMC/WLSEAB (C-5 Galaxy Division).

SECTION A: ITEM IDENTIFICATION

Stock Number (NSN) Nomenclature Description
1680-01-263-1549 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 6B Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1551 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 7A Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1552 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 7B Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1553 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 6A Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1554 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 5B Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1555 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 5A Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1556 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 4B Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1557 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 3B Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1558 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 3A Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1559 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 2A Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-1560 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 1B Slat Jackscrew Assy
1680-01-263-8412 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 4A Slat Actuator Assy
1680-01-263-8414 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 2B Slat Actuator Assy
1680-01-275-6308 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator 1A Slat Actuator Assy

SECTION C: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Source approval information: Listed below are the minimum requirements necessary to become a qualified bidder on the equipment listed above. Prospective contractors should report in accordance with MIL-HDBK-831.
a) Potential bidders shall provide a summary of the company's capabilities, including a detailed factory layout, a list of the machinery, fixtures, tooling and test and inspection equipment.
b) Potential bidders shall demonstrate the ability and have experience in repair of similar critical aircraft parts, which are currently in use on a large commercial or military transport aircraft. Potential bidders shall provide the following information on the similar items:
1. Contract Number
2. Procuring Agency
3. Contract Value
4. Number of assets shipped
5. Drawings and pictures of similar assets from various angles with written explanation of why the parts are similar
6. Testing requirements
7. Testing capabilities and demonstrates passing results with repaired items

Background
The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC/WLSEAB), specifically the C-5M Galaxy Division, is seeking qualified vendors to fulfill a requirement for the repair of C-5 Slat Actuator Assemblies. This initiative is critical to maintaining the operational capability and safety of the C-5M Galaxy Aircraft, which relies on these components for its secondary flight controls system.

The slat actuator jackscrew assemblies are essential for deploying slats during low-speed, high-lift scenarios, and their proper functioning is vital for safe aircraft operations.

Work Details
The contract involves the repair of various Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator parts identified by their National Stock Numbers (NSNs), including:

- 1680-01-263-1549 (6B Slat Jackscrew Assy)
- 1680-01-263-1551 (7A Slat Jackscrew Assy)
- 1680-01-263-1552 (7B Slat Jackscrew Assy)
- Others up to 1680-01-275-6308 (1A Slat Actuator Assy).

The repair process requires specialized tooling and equipment, as well as trained mechanics. Bidders must demonstrate capabilities in repairing similar critical aircraft parts, providing detailed documentation including factory layouts, machinery lists, and testing capabilities. A quality plan compliant with ISO 9001 standards must be submitted, along with a detailed overhaul process plan that includes traceability of materials and identification of sources for tooling and outsourced processes. Bidders must perform at least 80% of the repair workload in-house.

Period of Performance
The period of performance will encompass the duration necessary to complete the repairs as per contract requirements.

Place of Performance
Warner Robins GA UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a summary of their company's capabilities, including factory layout and machinery details. They must have experience in repairing similar aircraft parts used on large commercial or military transport aircraft. Required documentation includes contract numbers, procuring agencies, contract values, asset shipment numbers, drawings and pictures of similar assets, testing requirements, and capabilities demonstrating passing results with repaired items. A detailed quality plan implementing ISO 9001 or equivalent is required. Bidders must also provide a detailed overhaul process plan compliant with USAF manuals and perform a minimum of 80% of repairs in-house. First article testing may be required if bidders have not previously manufactured or repaired these items within five years.
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Overview

Agency
Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) [DoD - USAF - AFMC]
Response Deadline
July 31, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT Due in 30 Days
Posted
July 1, 2026, 10:22 a.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
NAICS
None
PSC
None
Place of Performance
Warner Robins, GA United States
Source
Open
Est. Level of Competition
Average
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$750,000 - $3,000,000 (AI estimate)
Odds of Award
21%
On 7/1/26 Air Force Sustainment Center issued Sources Sought FA8538_SLAT_ACTUATOR for C-5 Slat Actuator Assemblies due 7/31/26.
Primary Contact
Name
Mobolaji Ogunsakin   Profile
Email
mobolaji.ogunsakin.1@us.af.mil
Phone
None

Secondary Contact

Name
LynTasia Harris   Profile
Email
lyntasia.harris@us.af.mil
Phone
None

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE > AFMC > AIR FORCE SUSTAINMENT CENTER > FA8538 AFSC PZAAB
FPDS Organization Code
5700-FA8538
Source Organization Code
500042467
Last Updated
July 1, 2026
Last Updated By
lyntasia.harris@us.af.mil
Archive Date
Aug. 15, 2026