T-38 Egress Components (REMAN)
ID: FA821326R3003Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8213 AFLCMC EBHKHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5820, USA

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Explosives Manufacturing (325920)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for the procurement of egress components for the T-38 aircraft. The components required include the MPI Assembly Rocket Motor, B.T.R.U. Assembly, MPI Assembly D.D.U., Timer Assembly (Auto Backup), and Time Delay Unit, which are critical for the operational safety and functionality of the T-38C aircraft. This market research aims to determine if there are responsible sources capable of providing these components, with a focus on small businesses, including those that are 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Women-Owned. Interested parties must respond by 3:00 PM on December 19, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Lauren Johnston at lauren.johnston.4@us.af.mil.

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