DRIVE UNIT, HYDRAULIC
ID: FD20302501729Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC, VACUUM, AND DE-ICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (1650)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking sources for the procurement of hydraulic drive units for the F-16 aircraft, identified by NSN 1650-01-308-0839. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to gather market research and assess the capabilities and interest of both large and small businesses in manufacturing these critical components, which are essential for the aircraft's hydraulic systems. Interested companies are encouraged to submit their qualifications and business information, adhering to the specified guidelines for a Source Approval Request (SAR) to qualify for potential future contracts. Responses must be submitted to the primary contact, 430 SCMS, via email at 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil, as this is an informational request with no funding available for responses.

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to gather market research for the procurement of hydraulic drive units for the F-16, identified by NSN 1650-01-308-0839. The government is soliciting responses from all business types, including large and small businesses, to assess capability and interest in manufacturing these items. The request emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for proposals, and no funding is available for responses. The document outlines the requirement for potential sources to supply all necessary resources for manufacturing, testing, and logistics associated with the drive unit. Interested companies should submit their business information and indicate their qualifications according to classifications like Small Business and service-related criteria. Additionally, firms must adhere to the provided instructions for a Source Approval Request (SAR) if they wish to qualify for the project. The overall aim of this effort is to determine the best acquisition strategy for fulfilling the identified needs while considering possible competitive arrangements. As this SSS is strictly informational, interested parties must comply with specified submission guidelines and timeframe for responses.
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