Procurement of AN/APX-119 Transponder, P/N: 4079100-0541
ID: FA850426RXXXXType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8504 AFLCMC WLNKAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (K016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/eacd57682f82483e80d75a4286d8ff89/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the procurement of 217 AN/APX-119 Transponders (P/N: 4079100-0541) to support the upgrade of C-130J aircraft. This procurement aims to enhance the Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) capabilities while addressing urgent operational needs and mitigating issues related to Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) of legacy systems. The contract will span two years, continuing through FY27, and interested parties are encouraged to submit capability surveys detailing their qualifications and manufacturing capabilities by December 1, 2025. For further inquiries, potential vendors can contact Erica Carter at erica.carter.3@us.af.mil or Vicki Wechsler at vicki.wechsler@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Erica Carter
    erica.carter.3@us.af.mil
    Vicki Wechsler
    vicki.wechsler@us.af.mil
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    APX-119 RFI DRAFT.pdf
    This Request For Information (RFI) is for market research to identify potential sources for procuring the C-130J Avionics Identification Friend of Foe (IFF) AN/APX-119 Transponder (NSN 5841-01-693-3952, P/N 4079100-0541). The government seeks manufacturing services for 217 units over a two-year contract through FY27. This upgrade addresses AMC 22-042, UON 25-008, and mitigates Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) for the legacy IFF Transponder. The AN/APX-119 enables TCAS capabilities while inhibiting "open air" position reporting systems. The RFI encourages both large and small businesses, including joint ventures, to submit capability surveys by December 1, 2025. Responses should detail business information, general capabilities (e.g., past experience, classified material handling, quality assurance), manufacturing capabilities (e.g., procedures, capacity, inventory), and engineering services. The government does not own or have access to data for these commercial items and will not reimburse participants for survey expenses.
    DRAFT IFF Statement of Work.pdf
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines requirements for procuring AN/APX-119 Transponders (P/N: 4079100-0541) for the Mobility Air Force (MAF) to upgrade C130J fleets. These transponders enable Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) capabilities while selectively inhibiting
    Technical Requirement.pdf
    The AFLCMC/WLNK agency requires 217 AN/APX-119 Transponders (P/N: 4079100-0541) at a firm-fixed price. These transponders enable Mobility Air Force (MAF) aircraft to utilize existing Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) capabilities while selectively inhibiting
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