Sources Sought: Servovalve, Hydraulic (NSN: 4810-01-221-0648, 1650-01-211-6309)
ID: W912CH25R0175Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1b49abc998d2494dbf28ea83e3904dec/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to assess the interest and capabilities of businesses for the potential acquisition of hydraulic servovalves, specifically part numbers A57780-1 and B38736-1. This procurement aims to support production related to the AH-64D/E Apache Attack Helicopters over an estimated five-year period, highlighting the critical role these components play in military aviation. Interested parties are invited to submit their company details, capabilities, and relevant experience by July 1, 2025, with the understanding that this notice is for market research purposes only and does not guarantee future contracts. For further inquiries, contact Pamela Cunha at pamela.cunha.civ@army.mil or Ryan Nawrocki at ryan.d.nawrocki.civ@army.mil.

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    Pamela Cunha
    pamela.cunha.civ@army.mil
    Ryan Nawrocki
    ryan.d.nawrocki.civ@army.mil
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    Sources Sought Notice_Hydraulic Servovalve.docx
    The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on the interest and capabilities of both small and large businesses for the potential acquisition of hydraulic servovalves (part numbers A57780-1 and B38736-1). The request seeks input to inform acquisition strategies for production related to the AH-64D/E Apache Attack Helicopters over an estimated five-year period. Responses to this voluntary survey must be submitted by July 1, 2025, and participants can provide their company details, capabilities, manufacturing experience, and production capacities. The survey also requires participants to address specific questions about their historical government contracts, existing certifications, production lead times, and quality management systems. Proprietary and confidential information submitted in response to the survey is protected under federal law, and clear labeling is required for any confidential materials. Through this market research, the ACC-DTA aims to identify potential suppliers and prepare for effective procurement of the hydraulic servovalves, while emphasizing that this notice is not a solicitation and does not guarantee future contracts.
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