Materials Compatibility Test and Evaluation Services in support of Piston Aviation Fuels Initiative (PAFI) and Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) programs

Project ID: 697DCK-26-R-00186 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	Southwestern Region
Deadline	06/18/26
Posted	05/18/26
Estimated Value	$750,000 - $2,500,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services
PSC	Q301 - Reference Laboratory Testing
Location	Atlantic City, NJ 08405 United States

Description

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Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is seeking qualified companies to perform materials compatibility laboratory test and evaluation services related technical expertise to assist the FAA Piston Aviation Fuels Initiative (PAFI) and Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) programs. All work is to be completed in accordance with the solicitation attachments, specifications, terms and conditions. This acquisition is solicited to the full and open market. The NAICS code projected for this project is 541380 Testing Laboratories and Services with a size standard of $19.0 million. The FAA contemplates award of a hybrid contract type with Firm Fixed Price for non-severable services and Labor Hours for severable services as a result of this solicitation. Potential offerors should note that the FAA reserves the right to communicate with one or more offerors at any time during the solicitation process. In accordance with Acquisition Management System (AMS) provision 3.2.2.3-14 entitled, "Late Submissions, Modifications, and Withdrawals of Submittals," any proposals received after the due time and date of 1500 hrs. ET, June 18, 2026, will not be considered. In addition, if all requested information is not furnished in the offeror's proposal, the offeror's proposal may be determined to be non-responsive and ineligible for consideration for contract award. Please read the entire solicitation for information regarding evaluation factors for award, question due dates, and closing date of the solicitation.

Questions Due

May 29 by 1500 hrs. ET

Answers Posted

TBD

Proposals Due

June 18 at 1500 hrs. ET This SIR/RFQ is not to be construed as a contract or a commitment of any kind. The Government shall not be liable for payment of any costs attributed to the preparation and submission of requested proposal documentation. No individual notification of any amendments will be provided. It is the Offeror's responsibility to visit this website frequently for updates on this procurement. Acquisition Management System (AMS) applies to FAA in place of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and various other provisions of Federal acquisition law.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking qualified companies to provide materials compatibility laboratory test and evaluation services to support the Piston Aviation Fuels Initiative (PAFI) and the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) programs. The goal of this contract is to assist in eliminating lead emissions from aviation gasoline, aligning with the FAA's mission to ensure safe and efficient air travel. Work Details The contractor will perform materials compatibility testing as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). This includes providing quality technical, engineering, analytical, planning, and administrative support necessary for the Alternative Fuels program mission. The contractor must furnish personnel, supplies, equipment, materials, data, facilities, and services required to complete the tasks. Specific tasks include: conducting tests per PAFI-ETP-006 Rev. B, PAFI-ETP-010 Rev. A, and PAFI-ETP-014 Rev. A; interfacing with other contractors and FAA organizations; and ensuring compliance with all specifications and requirements detailed in the solicitation attachments. Period of Performance The period of performance for this contract is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028. Place of Performance The work will be performed at locations specified by the FAA as part of the contract.

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