Alternating Generator
ID: FD20302500530Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

GENERATORS AND GENERATOR SETS, ELECTRICAL (6115)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking potential sources for the procurement of spare parts related to the Alternating Generator for the C-130H aircraft. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to gather information on the capabilities of businesses, particularly small and disadvantaged enterprises, to manufacture, plan logistics, inspect, and ship the required parts. The procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the C-130H aircraft, which plays a vital role in various military operations. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their business information and qualifications electronically to 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil, as there is currently no funding or commitment to contract issuance at this stage.

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    The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) issued by the U.S. Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, to identify potential sources for the procurement of spare parts related to the Alternating Generator for the C-130H aircraft. The Air Force is conducting market research to determine interest and capability among businesses of all sizes, particularly small and disadvantaged enterprises. No solicitation is currently available, and responses are requested solely for informational purposes, with no commitment to contract issuance. The document outlines the anticipated scope of work, which includes manufacturing, logistics planning, inspection, and shipping of required parts. Interested sources must complete submissions detailing their business information, including certification statuses, to establish manufacturing qualifications. All responses should be sent electronically, adhering to set guidelines. The SSS emphasizes the Air Force’s intent to collect information to frame future acquisition strategies and ensure participation from a diverse range of vendors, while highlighting that there's no funding attached at this stage.
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