DOD - A10 Fatigue Failure Analysis MRAS

The A-10 Fatigue and Failure Analysis (FFA) Program is seeking engineering failure analysis and testing engineering services for the A-10 Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP). The purpose of this effort is to address fleet deficiencies and unanticipated issues that arise in the aging A-10 fleet. The work includes strain surveys, failure evaluation, materials evaluation, fatigue testing, and component testing. The contractor will collaborate with the A-10 ASIP, Analysis and Structures teams, as well as the Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) maintenance community and materials lab. The period of performance is ongoing, with monthly status reports required.

The purchase agency for this opportunity is the United States Air Force (USAF), specifically the A-10 System Program Office (SPO) and Hill Air Force Base (HAFB). They are purchasing these services to address fleet deficiencies and unanticipated issues in the aging A-10 fleet. The work to be acquired includes engineering failure analysis and testing engineering services, such as strain surveys, failure evaluation, materials evaluation, fatigue testing, and component testing.

The timeframe of the acquisition is ongoing, with no specific end date mentioned in the summary. The contractor will be required to provide monthly status reports outlining the current tasks, task status, cost and schedule information.

The place of performance/delivery for this opportunity is not specified in the summary. However, it mentions that access to a lab in the immediate vicinity of Hill AFB is not required but having a local liaison is highly desired. It also states that meetings between the contractor and government personnel will be held to discuss test plans and progress.