VALVE ASSEMBLY, HYDR
ID: FD20302401614Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC, VACUUM, AND DE-ICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (1650)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fa61cbbbf5d54342be59004231940477/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting market research for a hydraulic valve assembly intended for use in the KC-135 aircraft. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to identify potential vendors capable of fulfilling the USAF's requirements, emphasizing the need for comprehensive manufacturing processes, including inspection, testing, and logistics management. The information gathered will assist the government in developing effective acquisition strategies while ensuring small business participation, with a future solicitation anticipated in November 2024 and responses due by December 2025. Interested vendors should contact 423 SCMS at 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil to express their interest, noting that there is currently no solicitation available.

    Point(s) of Contact
    423 SCMS
    423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
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    FD20302401614.docx
    The United States Air Force (USAF) is conducting market research for a valve assembly (Hydraulic) used in the KC-135 aircraft, as detailed in a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS). This initiative seeks to identify potential sources that can meet the USAF's requirements while promoting competition and small business participation. Interested vendors must express their interest by selecting the "Add Me to Interested Vendors" button and note that there is no current solicitation available. The SSS targets companies capable of providing comprehensive manufacturing processes, including inspection, testing, and logistics management, potentially involving nonrecurring engineering costs. The estimated timeline for a future solicitation is November 2024, with responses expected by December 2025. Companies wishing to participate must have licenses with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) like The Boeing Company or Meggitt North Hollywood Inc. The information gathered will inform the government on the best acquisition strategies, ensuring that all eligibility criteria for small business classifications are satisfactory. The document reiterates that responses are not obligatory for future solicitation participation.
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