Governor, Constant S
ID: FD20302500240Type: 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/21d5750429074fcda3ce10ea996cbba1/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency at DLA Aviation in Oklahoma City, is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential vendors for the manufacture of a "Governor, Constant S," which is utilized in F15 and F16 aircraft. The objective of this procurement is to enhance competition and assess interest from small businesses, particularly those that are small, disadvantaged, or minority-owned, for potential Small Business Set-Aside opportunities. This component is critical for the operational functionality of military aircraft, and interested vendors must provide licensing agreements with the original equipment manufacturer, Hamilton Sundstrand Corp., as technical data is not available for distribution. Interested parties should register as "Interested Vendors" and direct inquiries to 422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, with the estimated solicitation release date set for September 2024 and responses expected by October 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    422 SCMS
    422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
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    SSS 1650010348976HS PR FD20302500240.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 a "Governor, Constant S" used in F15 and F16 aircraft. The goal is to increase competition and gauge small business interest for potential Small Business Set-Aside opportunities. Interested parties must register as "Interested Vendors" to participate, as there is currently no formal solicitation available. The research aims to determine the best acquisition strategy, with a focus on small, disadvantaged, and minority-owned businesses, among others. Companies interested in this contract must provide their licensing agreements with the original equipment manufacturer, Hamilton Sundstrand Corp., as technical data is not available for distribution. The estimated solicitation release date is September 2024, with responses expected by October 2024. This SSS serves an informational purpose only and does not guarantee future solicitation or contract opportunities. Interested sources are encouraged to direct questions to the designated email address rather than to the post originator.
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