KC135 Cargo Lighting Upgrade

Location: Oklahoma
Posted: Sep 21, 2026
Due: Oct 5, 2026
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
Type of Government: Federal
Category:
  • 16 - Aircraft Components and Accessories
Solicitation No: KC135_Cargo_Lighting_Upgrade
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KC135_Cargo_Lighting_Upgrade
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Department/Ind. Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Major Command
AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND
Sub Command
AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER
Sub Command 2
MOBILITY AIRCRAFT
Office
FA8105 AFLCMC WKK
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General Information
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
  • Original Published Date: Sep 21, 2026 09:50 am CDT
  • Original Response Date: Oct 05, 2026 03:00 pm CDT
  • Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
  • Original Inactive Date: Oct 20, 2026
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • Product Service Code: 1680 - MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS
  • NAICS Code:
    • 336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance:
    Tinker AFB , OK 73145
    USA
Description

The current KC-135 cargo lighting system is limited to only two configurations, off or full brightness, which creates significant operational and safety challenges. When the lights are at full brightness, they impair the boom operator's night vision during the critical transition to the unlit boom pod for air refueling operations. Conversely, when the cargo lights are turned off to preserve night vision, crew members must navigate a dark cargo area, which creates a safety hazard. This modification seeks to resolve these issues by providing a flexible lighting system that enhances both mission effectiveness and crew safety


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  • CP 405 736 4908 3001 STAFF DR STE 2AI 85A
  • TINKER AFB , OK 73145-3303
  • USA
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History
  • Sep 21, 2026 09:50 am CDTSources Sought (Original)
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