Air Force GEN IV IPV
ID: Air_Force_GEN_IV_IPVType: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, 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/552723005c094cd79b95f34367a1b7b8/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is seeking information from potential vendors to provide industrial prime vendor support for three Air Force Logistics Centers located at Warner Robins AFB, Hill AFB, and Tinker AFB, as well as globally distributed Air Force Units. The procurement aims to manage approximately 42,000 National Item Identification Numbers (NIINs) across 585 bench stock locations, with a focus on achieving a 99.5% bin fill rate and transitioning to vendor-owned stock over a nine-month period. This initiative is critical for maintaining operational readiness and ensuring the availability of essential aircraft parts, with a projected demand of $1.25 billion over a ten-year period. Interested vendors must respond to the Request for Information (RFI) by October 1, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Jennifer Dunn at jennifer.dunn@dla.mil or Robert Napolitano at robert.napolitano@dla.mil.

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    AF_GEN_IV_IPV_RFI.pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is seeking information from potential vendors to provide industrial prime vendor support for three Air Force Logistics Centers (ALCs) located at Warner Robins AFB, Hill AFB, and Tinker AFB, along with globally distributed Air Force Units. The current contract covers approximately 42,000 National Item Identification Numbers (NIINs) across 585 bench stock locations but will be significantly reduced in scope. Key performance metrics include a 99.5% bin fill rate and a transition to vendor-owned stock over nine months. Vendors are expected to manage procurement, distribution, and inventory systems, ensuring high availability of necessary parts. The initiative will include integration of automated vending solutions and is expected to last ten years with a projected demand of $1.25 billion. The document solicits detailed responses through a Request for Information (RFI) to understand vendor capabilities, proposed solutions, costs, and partnership options while enabling the Department of Defense to leverage commercial practices for enhanced efficiency and support. Interested parties must respond by October 1, 2024, with a follow-up Q&A session scheduled for November 2024.
    RFI_Attachment_1.xlsx
    The document primarily comprises a comprehensive list of National Stock Numbers (NSNs) for various aviation and aerospace components, likely intended for government procurement or inventory management. Each NSN corresponds to specific parts such as retainers, bushings, locks, seals, and other related items essential for aircraft maintenance and operations. The structured format presents NSNs followed by descriptive nouns/performance titles that provide detailed identification for each component. This compilation serves as a resource for federal and local agencies in identifying and sourcing necessary parts for aircraft repair and operations. It reflects the government's ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance its aviation capabilities by ensuring the availability of critical parts while adhering to standards for equipment and safety. The document underscores the importance of precise inventory management in supporting military and civilian aviation needs, aligning with broader objectives of defense logistics and operational readiness.
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