Follow on IDIQ for Secondary Power Systems (SPS) and Small Gas Turbine Engines (GTE) Component Improvement Program (CIP)-OEM HW
ID: MMCIP12102024Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8206 AFSC PZAAA2HILL AFB, UT, 84056-5825, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

GAS TURBINES AND JET ENGINES; NON-AIRCRAFT PRIME MOVER, AIRCRAFT NON-PRIME MOVER, AND COMPONENTS (2835)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6e076c85d808471fb05fdce10b4435dd/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on the improvement of Secondary Power Systems (SPS) and Small Gas Turbine Engines (GTE) through a Component Improvement Program (CIP). The primary objective is to enhance the safety, reliability, and maintenance of these critical systems utilized in military aircraft, including platforms such as the F-15, F-16, and C-130. Interested parties, particularly small businesses including those that are 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, or Women-Owned, are encouraged to respond with their capabilities, experience, and any relevant partnerships with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) like Honeywell INC, as access to proprietary data is essential. Responses should be directed to Michelle Manuel at michelle.manuel.3@us.af.mil or Angelina Kellett at angelina.kellett@us.af.mil, with no formal solicitation or commitment to contract implied at this stage.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle Manuel
    (801) 586-1236
    michelle.manuel.3@us.af.mil
    Angelina Kellett, Contracting Officer
    angelina.kellett@us.af.mil
    Files
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    SSS Honeywell.pdf
    The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis regarding the government's intent to research potential sources for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on Secondary Power Systems (SPS) and Small Gas Turbine Engines (GTE) Component Improvement Program (CIP). The primary goal of this initiative is to enhance the safety, reliability, and maintenance of these critical systems used in military aircraft, including multiple weapon systems like F-15, F-16, and C-130. The government seeks responses from small businesses, including those that are 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, or Women-Owned, to determine competitive sourcing viability. It is emphasized that interested entities must have access to necessary proprietary data, with engagement from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) like Honeywell INC. The government is collecting information to evaluate capabilities in providing engineering services, including design, testing, and sustainability efforts. It also specifies that the request is for information only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to contract. Interested parties are prompted to provide detailed responses outlining their experience and capabilities, including any relevant partnerships with OEMs.
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