C-135 Engine Intake and Exhaust Covers - Sources Sought
ID: RFQ1736436Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4600 55 CONS PKPOFFUTT AFB, NE, 68113, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT GROUND SERVICING EQUIPMENT (1730)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bb83562ec1c64b13ad5e74bb5344fcd2/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 28, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for new engine inlet covers tailored to the -135 aircraft fleet, as part of a market research initiative. The 55th Maintenance Group (55 MXG) requires these covers to modernize their -21 equipment maintenance and enhance unit pride during high-visibility events such as airshows and tours. Each cover must feature a tambourine style design with a diameter of 78 inches, include attachment flanges, and come with storage bags, with specific designs for different aircraft variants, including custom insignias and colors. Interested vendors should submit letters of interest and capabilities to Contract Officer SrA Craig Johnson at craig.johnson.37@us.af.mil, as this opportunity may lead to an official solicitation in the future.

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55 MXG Engine Inlet Cover Requirement.docx
Jan 7, 2025, 7:04 PM UTC
The 55th Maintenance Group (55 MXG) has issued a request for new engine inlet covers tailored to specific variant tail numbers for the -135 aircraft fleet. The current goal is to modernize the -21 equipment maintenance and enhance unit pride during significant events like airshows and tours. Each variant requires a unique set of covers, primarily blue for COBRA BALL aircraft and black for COMBAT SENT aircraft, featuring custom insignias and text to reflect unit identity. Specifically, the inlet covers require a tambourine style design, a diameter of 78 inches, and include attachment flanges. Each set will also come with storage bags. The COBRA BALL’s design includes the tail number and the unit name in white lettering, whereas COMBAT SENT covers will feature a red inscription. These new covers will not only fulfill a practical maintenance requirement but also serve as a display of squadron pride. This request aligns with government contracting processes focused on enhancing military readiness and appearance.
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