Source Sought for C-5 Mechanical Actuators; NSN 1680-01-181-9991UC
ID: SPRWA1-25-00149Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT WARNER ROBINS, GAROBINS A F B, GA, 31098-1813, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c3fa642573cb45d5bb08dcb5b69fe17c/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Warner Robins, Georgia, is conducting a sources sought notice to identify potential manufacturers for the C-5 Mechanical Actuator (NSN: 1680-01-181-9991UC, P/N: 4C95009-153D). The procurement aims to find sources capable of qualifying and producing this critical component, which is essential for the aircraft's slat actuation system, optimizing lift during various flight phases. Currently, Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing is the only approved manufacturer with the proprietary data necessary for production, leading to a sole source contract intention under FAR 6.302-1. Interested parties must express their capabilities by emailing Mobolaji Ogunsakin Jr. and Christine Smith no later than February 14, 2025, as this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.

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    Mobolaji Ogunsakin, Jr.
    mobolaji.ogunsakin.1@us.af.mil
    Christine Smith
    Christine.smith.20@us.af.mil
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