Synopsis_F-16 Asymmetric Brake Repair
ID: FA825125R0003Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8251 AFSC PZABBHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5825, USA

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is preparing to solicit a contract for the repair and overhaul of the F-16 Asymmetric Brake, with the solicitation expected to be issued around May 1, 2025. This procurement aims to restore critical aircraft components to a serviceable condition, although not necessarily to new cosmetic standards, ensuring the operational readiness of the F-16 aircraft. The contract will be a five-year, Firm Fixed Price, Requirements Contract, with deliveries scheduled to Hill Air Force Base within 30 days after receipt of items needing refurbishment. The opportunity is set aside for Moog Inc. as a sole source provider under FAR 6.302-1 regulations, and interested parties can reach out to Piper Martin at piper.martin@us.af.mil or Shauna Vanderschaaf at shauna.vanderschaaf@us.af.mil for further information.

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    The document details a pre-solicitation notice for the repair and overhaul of the F-16 Asymmetric Brake, specifically aiming to identify potential suppliers for an upcoming solicitation. Scheduled for issuance around May 1, 2025, the solicitation number is FA825125R0003. The contract is intended for a five-year, Firm Fixed Price, Requirements Contract, focusing on ensuring these components are restored to serviceable condition for the F-16 aircraft but not necessarily to new cosmetic standards. The estimated quantities and delivery timelines are indicated, with deliveries planned to Hill Air Force Base 30 days after receipt of items needing refurbishment. The contract is set aside for Moog Inc., as a sole source provider under FAR 6.302-1 regulations. This document serves as a preliminary outline to guide the acquisition process for these crucial aircraft parts, aligning with government transparency and procurement planning efforts.
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