B-52 Data Transfer Receptacle (DTR) System
ID: FA8539-25-R-0009Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8539 AFSC PZABAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 18, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is preparing to solicit a contract for the repair of the B-52 Data Transfer Receptacle (DTR) system, with the intention to negotiate on a sole source basis with Symetrics Industries DBA Extant Aerospace. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price Requirements Contract, consisting of one basic Ordering Period of 12 months, followed by two additional 12-month Ordering Periods, emphasizing the critical nature of maintaining the operational readiness of the B-52 aircraft. The official Request for Proposal (RFP), FA8539-25-R-0009, is expected to be issued on April 18, 2025, and interested parties are encouraged to submit a Statement of Capabilities to the designated contacts, including Contracting Officer Krishauna Tarver and Program Manager 1st Lt. Maria Kedge, via their provided emails.

Point(s) of Contact
Chiquita Glover-Perkins
chiquita.glover-perkins@us.af.mil
1st Lt. Maria Kedge
maria.kedge@us.af.mil
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