Hydraulic Valve Assembly
ID: FD20302500850Type: 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

AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC, VACUUM, AND DE-ICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (1650)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a11091e864d948ca90ebfe487f5cbb8e/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking potential sources for the procurement of hydraulic valve assemblies specifically related to the B-52 aircraft. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to identify capable vendors for a new spares buy, with a focus on assessing the viability for competitive sourcing or a Small Business Set-Aside. Interested companies must demonstrate their ability to manage the complete manufacturing process, including labor, materials, testing, and logistics management, as the Air Force is gathering data to inform future procurement strategies. Responses should be directed to the primary contact, 423 SCMS, via email at 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, noting that this effort is for planning purposes only and does not involve any funding commitments at this stage.

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    423 SCMS
    423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
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    The U.S. Air Force is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential sources for the procurement of hydraulic valve assemblies related to the B-52 aircraft. This opportunity is aimed at determining viability for competitive sourcing or a Small Business Set-Aside. The Air Force is particularly encouraging responses from various business classifications, including small businesses and disadvantaged groups. The SSS specifies that interested sources must demonstrate capability in the complete manufacturing process, which includes labor, materials, testing, and logistics management. The purpose is to assess and compile a capable list of vendors for a new spares buy, with no solicitation currently available—indicating no contractual commitments at this stage. Companies wishing to participate must provide specific information about their business, including size, ownership status, contact details, and their ability to meet the requirements outlined. Responses are directed through a designated email for further inquiries, with a clear indication that this effort is only for planning purposes without associated funding. The Air Force aims to use the gathered data to shape future procurement strategies effectively.
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