Noun_INTERFACE UNIT,COMM_Application_B-1_NSN_5895-01-589-9678_Part_Number_544R727G01
ID: FD20302600014Type: 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

MISCELLANEOUS COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5895)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bb3b57abcb6c40ee8238c3bca9f72b4c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking potential vendors for the manufacture of an "Interface Unit, Comm," identified by NSN 5895-01-589-9678 and part number 544R727G01. This procurement falls under NAICS Code 336413, focusing on the manufacturing of aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, and aims to promote competition while assessing the feasibility of a Small Business Set-Aside. The anticipated solicitation is expected to be released in May 2025, with responses due by June 2025, and interested vendors are encouraged to register and submit their licensing information to the USAF. For further inquiries, vendors can contact 422 SCMS at 422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    422 SCMS
    422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
    Files
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    SSS_FD20302600014.pdf
    The United States Air Force (USAF) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential vendors for the new manufacture of an "Interface Unit, Comm." Specifically, the procurement falls under the NAICS Code 336413, focusing on aircraft parts manufacturing. This effort aims to promote competition, gauge interest from small businesses, and determine the feasibility of a Small Business Set-Aside for the requirement. Vendors are invited to participate if they can provide the necessary labor and materials for manufacturing, along with responsibilities that may include supply chain management, logistics, and engineering costs. The anticipated solicitation is projected for May 2025, with responses due by June 2025. Interested sources must register as an interested vendor through the provided mechanism and submit their relevant licensing information directly to the USAF. This SSS is purely for information-gathering purposes and does not guarantee future solicitation or proposal requests. Overall, the document emphasizes inclusivity of various business types, including Small Disadvantaged Businesses and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, aligning with government efforts to enhance participation from diverse entities in defense-related contracts.
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