MFT 25-37 Forcetec Toolset
ID: FA442725Q1029Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4427 60 CONS LGCTRAVIS AFB, CA, 94535-2632, USA

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Hardware Manufacturing (332510)

PSC

MEASURING TOOLS, CRAFTSMEN'S (5210)
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    The Department of Defense, through the 60th Contracting Squadron at Travis Air Force Base, is soliciting quotes for the acquisition of the ForceTec Toolset, which is essential for the maintenance of C-5, C-17, and KC-46 aircraft. The procurement aims to address the inadequacy of current operational tools, particularly for off-site maintenance, by providing specialized tooling necessary for the installation of ForceTec nut plates as outlined in various Technical Orders. This acquisition is critical for ensuring aircraft readiness and compliance with operational requirements, emphasizing the importance of tailored maintenance tools. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by March 21, 2025, at 12:00 PST, and should contact 2d Lt Eamon McHugh or Vitaliy Kim for further inquiries.

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    The 60th Contracting Squadron at Travis Air Force Base issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ), FA4427-25-Q-1002, for a Firm Fixed Price contract to acquire the ForceTec Toolset as part of a conference room technology upgrade. Prospective offerors must respond by March 21, 2025, at 12:00 PST. The RFQ adheres to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines and includes specific instructions for submission, evaluation criteria, and clauses related to telecommunications equipment. Offerors are required to provide detailed quotes including company information, technical specifications, and pricing for the ForceTec Toolset. The evaluation will focus on technical capability and price, with considerations for additional benefits beyond the minimum requirements. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and must comply with prohibitions regarding certain telecommunications equipment as specified by federal regulations. Contact details for the contracting officers are provided for further inquiries, ensuring clear lines of communication throughout the solicitation process.
    The 60MXS Fabrication Flight is seeking to acquire additional ForceTec tooling kits for maintenance of C-5, C-17, and KC-46 aircraft stationed at Travis AFB. The necessity arises from the current operational tools being insufficient for uninterrupted maintenance, particularly in cases where a kit is needed off-site. The ForceTec tooling is essential for the installation of specialized ForceTec nut plates, which require a unique tooling system as specified in various Technical Orders. The procurement request outlines specific tools and quantities required to form a complete kit, as standard kits are unavailable. Included in the request are details about equipment specifications, warranty coverage, shipping costs, and contact information for personnel handling the acquisition. The request emphasizes the importance of maintaining aircraft readiness and compliance with operational requirements through the acquisition of tailored maintenance tools.
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