VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT
ID: FD20302500685Type: 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

VALVES, NONPOWERED (4820)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c45a107248314e69a36b47295fd99c60/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking potential vendors for the manufacturing of linear valves (NSN 4820-01-110-7775) specifically for the F16 aircraft program. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to assess market capabilities for producing these spare parts, which encompass labor, materials, and logistics support, while also considering opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and women-owned businesses. The initiative underscores the Air Force's commitment to fostering competition and enhancing procurement strategies, with interested vendors encouraged to submit their business information to the designated email address, 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, as no solicitation currently exists. Responses will inform future procurement decisions, and vendors seeking qualification must complete a Source Approval Request.

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    423 SCMS
    423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
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    The United States Air Force is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential vendors for manufacturing spare parts, specifically the linear valve (NSN 4820-01-110-7775), under the F16 aircraft program. This effort aims to assess market capabilities for producing the required components, which include labor, materials, and logistics support while considering Small Business Set-Asides. Interested businesses—including small, disadvantaged, and women-owned enterprises—are invited to submit their business information to engage in market research. The SSS emphasizes that no solicitation exists at this time, and responses must be sent to the designated email. The goal is to gather data to inform future procurement strategies. Vendors must complete a Source Approval Request if seeking qualification to fulfill the needs outlined in the SSS. This analysis demonstrates the Air Force's focus on promoting competition while potentially fostering opportunities for small and diverse businesses within federal contracting processes.
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