MH-139 First-Aid Kit

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational and market research purposes only in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10. It does not constitute a solicitation, a Request for Proposal (RFP), or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for expenses associated with preparing or submitting information in response to this RFI. The information provided may be used by the U.S. Air Force in developing its acquisition strategy, Statement of Work (SOW), and performance specifications. Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition-sensitive information. BACKGROUND AND SCOPE The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), MH-139A Program Office (AFLCMC/WIH), is conducting market research to identify sources capable of installing and integrating four (4) Joint First Aid Kits (JFAK) for the MH-139A aircraft. This effort is for a post-production retrofit and will not be cut into the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) production line. The current layout for the singular MH-139A first aid kit is below the right Special Mission Aviator (SMA) sliding window. (See Figure 1- Location of FAA First-Aid Kit – attached.) The poly-white case first aid kit (P/N 24-FAA) is mounted on the wall beneath the window with Velcro. There is limited access to the first aid kit in this position. The supplies in the poly-white first aid kit do not suit the mission of MH-139. Technical support is expected during the initial implementation and testing of the new configuration. Subject matter expert support is expected for a period after initial implementation and testing. Key requirements for the modified system include: System to Use: USAF Panel Mounted Joint First Aid Kits (JFAK) (NSN 6545-01-659-8286) Capacity: Four (4) System Compatibility: Mounted in a fashion that keeps them secure during normal and emergency aircraft operations (including G-loads, vibration, emergency landings, etc.) and used without requiring any tools or special equipment to retrieve. Accessibility & Standardization: Mounting locations must be standardized and fixed across all cabin configurations to support crew muscle memory. To ensure accessibility during emergency egress or a rollover/crash scenario, kits must be distributed on opposite sides of the cabin (e.g., left and right, front and back) rather than clustered in a single location. Design Note: The Government prefers mounting locations high on the cabin fuselage to preserve floor space and avoid equipment interference; however, alternative locations that optimize safety, accessibility, and airworthiness are highly encouraged. Airworthiness: Able to maintain certifications with airworthiness (e.g., MIL-HDBK-516C, 14 CFR Part 29). Integration: The mounting mechanism must interface securely with the JFAK (e.g., via the bag's existing Lift-The-DOT fasteners, a quick-release bracket, holster, or similar solution). The installation must not impede crew duties, ingress, or egress from the aircraft. Support & Fit-Testing: Provide on-site technical and subject matter expert (SME) support during initial installation, testing, and a defined post-integration period. For fit-checks and evaluation, the Government will provide scheduled access to an MH-139A aircraft at a Government-designated facility (e.g., an operational Air Force Base). Vendors must provide their own JFAK units or accurate physical mock-ups for testing; no Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) will be provided. Certification: Ability to obtain an FAA-approved Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and provide the complete engineering data package necessary to support a Government-issued USAF Military Flight Release (MFR) to support a military Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) field retrofit. Certification Experience: Describe your company's process, timeline, and prior experience in obtaining FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STC...