Noun_Valve, Linear_Application_KC-135_NSN_4810-00-818-0440_Part_Number_52657-4
ID: FD20302501351Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

VALVES, POWERED (4810)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Mar 26, 2025, 4:59 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking potential vendors for the procurement of linear valves (NSN 4810-00-818-0440HS) required for the maintenance of KC-135 aircraft at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to assess the market for competitive sourcing options, including opportunities for small businesses such as Small Disadvantaged and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The procurement of these valves is critical for ensuring the operational readiness and maintenance of the KC-135 aircraft, which plays a vital role in air refueling missions. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their business information to the designated Air Force email, as this is a preliminary market research step and does not guarantee a contract or funding.

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Mar 18, 2025, 8:07 PM UTC
The Department of the Air Force, specifically the Air Force Sustainment Center, has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential vendors for the procurement of linear valves (NSN 4810-00-818-0440HS) needed for KC-135 aircraft maintenance at Tinker Air Force Base, OK. This request aims to determine if the sourcing can be competitive or set aside for small businesses, including various classifications like Small Disadvantaged and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The SSS is a preliminary step for market research and does not indicate that a solicitation or contract will be awarded. Interested parties are encouraged to provide their business information to support the research process without expecting funding or immediate contracting commitments. The SSS outlines required qualifications, submission procedures for interested vendors, and emphasizes that responses should be sent to the designated Air Force email. The focus is on collecting data to inform an effective acquisition strategy while ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR Part 10).
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