Aircraft Air Conditioning Unit
ID: FA910124ACUnitType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BRARNOLD AFB, TN, 37389-1332, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources capable of developing an aircraft air conditioning unit. This notice is to gauge interest and capability within the industry for a potential future procurement.

    The Air Force requires a innovative and efficient air conditioning system for its aircraft, outlining key needs including cooling capacity, weight, and power consumption. The unit must meet specific dimensions and performance criteria as detailed in the attached documents.

    This is a sources sought notice, and the government is looking for diverse companies to submit their qualifications. Interested parties should have experience in the manufacturing of aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, with a focus on innovation and a track record of successful project delivery.

    Funding for this project is yet to be determined, and further details will be provided at a later stage. The contract type will likely be a fixed-price agreement.

    Interested parties should review the attached documents for further clarification on the requirements and submit a response by the stated deadline. The government encourages potential contractors to ask questions regarding this opportunity prior to submission. All inquiries should be directed to Chuck King at charles.king.42@us.af.mil.

    Please note there are no set-asides applied to this opportunity. Companies should be aware that this is a preliminary notice, and a formal solicitation may or may not follow.

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