Multi-Award Contract for Reverse Engineering of Armed Services Parts
ID: FA810925R0013Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8109 AFSC PZAACTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2e6e83d5afe24d52baedb46b9607c262/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is issuing a multi-award contract for the reverse engineering of armed services parts, aimed at enhancing the supply chain for military components. This initiative seeks to address challenges such as high pricing, slow supply responses, and incomplete data packages that affect the readiness of weapon systems, by providing technical and engineering services to improve procurement processes. Contractors, particularly those classified as 8(a) disadvantaged businesses, will be responsible for reverse engineering items managed by the Defense Logistics Agency, producing compliant technical data and prototypes, and adhering to military quality standards, with a focus on utilizing advanced manufacturing methods like 3D printing. Interested parties can contact Stephen Schexnayder at stephen.schexnayder.2@us.af.mil or call 405-593-5390 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stephen Schexnayder
    (405) 593-5390
    stephen.schexnayder.2@us.af.mil
    Houston Heidelberg
    houston.heidelberg@us.af.mil
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    Multi-Award Contract for Reverse Engineering of Armed Services Parts.pdf
    The USAF 448 SCMW is issuing a multi-award contract aimed at enhancing the supply chain for armed services parts through reverse engineering and technical services. The initiative aims to tackle issues like high pricing, slow supply responses, and incomplete data packages, which hinder weapon system readiness. The contract focuses on awarding to 8A disadvantaged companies who can deliver Non-Recurring Engineering services within six to twelve months. Contractors will reverse engineer items managed by the Defense Logistics Agency, producing technical data and prototypes that comply with military specifications, such as MIL-HDBK-115. They must also adhere to strict quality control and configuration management standards for military applications, produce technical data packages, and possibly use advanced manufacturing methods like 3D printing. Additionally, contractor work may involve travel for scanning and measuring items as required. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining military quality standards in manufacturing and is designed to improve competition, minimize costs, and expedite procurement processes within the defense supply chain. This initiative aligns with the government's goals to enhance efficiency in defense-related logistics operations.
    Questions.pdf
    This document outlines a series of questions directed at 8(a) Small Businesses as part of a Request for Proposals (RFP) process, primarily focusing on reverse engineering capabilities and related services for the Department of Defense (DoD). Key topics include the ability to reverse engineer aircraft parts, prior performance in similar tasks, and the potential to purchase surplus parts. Additionally, the businesses are queried on their manufacturing capabilities for prototypes, testing capabilities, technical documentation preparation, and administrative support for engineering tasks. It also emphasizes the use of advanced software solutions, including AI and machine learning, for data analysis and decision support. Other considerations involve access to manufacturing technologies like 3D printing, personnel travel readiness to DoD facilities, and abilities to provide repair and foundry work. The document aims to gauge the readiness and qualifications of companies to meet DoD requirements and streamline the procurement process for engineering solutions.
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