F118 Front Frame Assembly
ID: 2840-01-695-0729Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8122 AFSC PZAABTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking potential sources for the remanufacture of the F118 Front Frame Assembly, with a focus on restoring components to their original life expectancy. The procurement involves the remanufacture of various National Stock Numbers (NSNs) related to the F118 Front Frame, requiring contractors to provide labor, materials, and facilities for repair, testing, and logistics. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of Air Force aircraft, ensuring safety and performance standards are met. Interested parties must submit their business information and complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package by December 24, 2025, and can contact Cynthia D Viney or Tara Parker for further details.

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    Tara Parker (Contracting Officer)
    tara.parker.4@us.af.mil
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    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for remanufacturing the F118-GE-100 Front Frame, specifically focusing on the replacement of its Low Observable (LO) Coating. The goal is to restore the front frames to their original life expectancy in accordance with Air Force standards. The SOW details various remanufacturing levels (Low, Medium, High, High-Plus) based on the extent of work required, from localized repairs to complete stripping and recoating of multiple components.The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary materials, maintaining an ISO 9001-certified quality system, and adhering to strict procedures for disassembly, cleaning, inspection, testing, and assembly. The document also addresses processes for
    This document, RQR-PSD-1, Revision 3, outlines the Repair Qualification Requirements (RQR) for propulsion Critical Safety Items (CSI) and Critical Application Items (CAI) within the Propulsion Sustainment Division. It establishes technical requirements for potential sources (PS) to obtain Engineering Support Activity (ESA) approval for repairing these items. The process involves submitting a Company Profile, which details the PS's quality assurance, equipment, and sub-tier suppliers, and a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. SARs are categorized based on the PS's experience (actual item, similar item, pre-developed repair, or developing repair) and require extensive documentation of proposed repair plans, technical data rights, and demonstration of capability. Approved sources must submit Source Resubstantiation Requests (SRR) for renewal and Process Change Requests (PCR) for any modifications to their approved processes. The document also details evaluation methods, the potential requirement for a Source Demonstration (SD), approval durations, and various appendices for required forms and checklists.
    This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) from the Department of the Air Force, specifically the 421st SCMS, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the remanufacture or repair/overhaul of F118 Front Frame components (NSNs: 2840-01-695-0729LR, 2840-01-694-9977LR, etc.). The purpose is to determine if this requirement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this SSS. The government seeks information from all business sizes, including various small business categories. Contractors must be capable of providing labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for repair, testing, preservation, packaging, supply chain management, logistics, and delivery. Technical data may be available, and potential sources need to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Interested parties are requested to submit business information by December 24, 2025.
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