The United States Air Force, through the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC), is planning a firm fixed-price contract under pre-solicitation number FA8119-24-Q-0006 to procure APT Government Support Equipment. This equipment includes specific items such as the MSOGS Ground Operations Cart and Field Tester, PBG Oxygen Regulator, both produced solely by The Boeing Company, which is the only approved source for these products. The solicitation is set to be published on September 27, 2024, with a response deadline of October 11, 2024. The anticipated delivery date for the equipment is on or before December 31, 2024. This acquisition is not a set-aside, indicating a sole-source justification due to Boeing's unique capabilities. The details provided in this notice align with the requirements established under FAR 5.207 for procurement processes, ensuring transparency and compliance with federal regulations.
The U.S. Air Force is soliciting sources for the APT-Government Support Equipment through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to gauge market interest for manufacturing and supply capabilities. This initiative is part of market research by the Air Force Sustainment Center at Tinker Air Force Base, aiming to determine competitive bidding potential or small business set-asides. The SSS, classified under NAICS 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees, explicitly states that it is not a Request for Proposal and no funds are available for responses. Interested companies must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) to qualify for the opportunity to furnish repairs, testing, and logistics for specific items, including the MSOGS Ground Operations Cart and the Field Tester for the PBG Oxygen Regulator. The information gathered will inform the Government's acquisition strategy, welcoming responses from all business classifications, including small and veteran-owned entities, by October 8, 2024.