Valve, Regulating, Fluid Pressure
ID: FD20302400925Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

VALVES, POWERED (4810)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b9fe6f80eada4b4390685648af41a188/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Aug 19, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Aug 19, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Sep 19, 2024, 4:59 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting a Sources Sought notice for the manufacturing of a fluid pressure regulating valve intended for use in F-16 aircraft. The initiative aims to identify potential manufacturing sources capable of producing the specified item while adhering to the oversight of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), including the provision of manufacturing data and logistical support. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of military aircraft, and the government is particularly interested in responses from small and disadvantaged businesses. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and intentions via email to 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil, noting that this is a preliminary market research effort with no current solicitation or funding available.

Point(s) of Contact
430 SCMS
430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil
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SSS 24-00925.docx
Sep 3, 2024, 7:04 AM UTC
The document is a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) by the United States Air Force regarding the potential manufacturing of a fluid pressure regulating valve for F-16 aircraft. It serves purely for market research to identify manufacturing sources and gauge whether the effort could be competitive or suitable for small business set-asides. The synopsis emphasizes that there is no current solicitation, nor any funds available, and responses do not indicate a future contractual commitment. The 423 Supply Chain Management Squadron is looking for companies able to manufacture the specified item under the oversight of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), providing comprehensive support including manufacturing data, logistical management, and supply chain responsibilities. The key NAICS code for this effort is 336413, and the government seeks responses from businesses of all sizes, especially small and disadvantaged enterprises. Interested parties must submit their business details, including OEM agreement status and any teaming arrangements. This SSS focuses on gathering information and generating interest in the procurement process while clarifying that this is an exploratory initiative and not a formal solicitation. Interested companies are encouraged to contact the Air Force via email to express their capabilities and intentions. The document serves as a preliminary step in determining market interest and capabilities for future contracting actions without guaranteeing any contracts at this stage.
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