Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) for Commodity Critical Safety and Critical Application Items (848 SCMG MQR)
ID: 848_SCMG_MQR_17_AUG_2020Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8122 AFSC PZAABTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2bfcd75d00d8477a8efc9b0eb2ab87a1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors to establish manufacturing qualification requirements (MQRs) for critical safety and application items managed by the 848th Supply Chain Management Group (SCMG). Interested vendors must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package to become an approved source of supply for items listed in the attached Master Item List, which includes various aircraft components essential for the operational readiness of U.S. Air Force aircraft. The MQR process is crucial for ensuring that suppliers meet stringent quality and capability standards, minimizing risks associated with the manufacturing of critical items. For further inquiries, potential vendors can contact the SASPO office via email at 429SCMS.SASPO.Workflow@us.af.mil, and they should be aware that the SAR package submission may incur costs up to $5,000, with government evaluations costing up to $2,500.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SASPO office
    429SCMS.SASPO.Workflow@us.af.mil
    Files
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    848 SCMG JQR-MQR 30 July 2020_Redacted Signatures.pdf
    The 848th Supply Chain Management Group (SCMG) Justification for Qualification Requirements (JQR) for Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) outlines pre-award qualifications for manufacturing Air Force Sustainment Center commodity items where engineering authority has been delegated. This JQR applies to 848 SCMG-managed items, including Critical Application Items (CAIs) and Critical Safety Items (CSIs), and items with specific Acquisition Method Suffix Codes (AMSC). The document details the requirement for pre-award qualification due to the critical and complex nature of these items, which necessitate controlled manufacturing processes, specialized equipment, and unique capabilities that could impact aircraft operation and personnel safety. Pre-award qualification minimizes supply chain, technical, and programmatic risks by evaluating a potential source's capabilities, processes, and quality assurance systems before solicitation. The MQR-848 sets forth the qualification requirements, with a potential offeror's SAR package costing up to $5,000 and government evaluation up to $2,500. Qualification requirements must be revalidated within seven years.
    848 SCMG Master Item List_July 2020.pdf
    The "848th Supply Chain Management Group (SCMG) Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) Master Item List (July 2020)" outlines a comprehensive list of items managed by the 848 SCMG, primarily focusing on aircraft components and hydraulic/air pressure systems. The document categorizes items by National Stock Number (NSN), Nomenclature, Group, Squadron, and other codes like MDS, TMS, and AMSC. The majority of items fall under aircraft parts (e.g., FUZE, IMPACT, ARM-DIS; DOORS, AIRCRAFT; TANKS, FUEL; FAIRINGS, AIRCRAFT; FLAPS, WING LANDING; RADOMES; STABILIZERS; COWLING; PYLOONS) and various hydraulic and air pressure system components (e.g., VALVES, HYDRAULIC; CYLINDER ASSEMBLIES; SERVOMECHANISMS; MOTORS, HYDRAULIC; HEAT EXCHANGERS; CONTROLLERS, AIR PRESSURE; TURBINES). Different squadron codes (424 SCMS, 423 SCMS, 422 SCMS) are associated with specific types of components, indicating specialized management within the SCMG. The list details a vast inventory of critical parts, essential for maintenance, repair, and operational readiness of various aircraft and related systems, serving as a key reference for manufacturing and qualification requirements in federal government procurement contexts.
    848 SCMG MQR 17 Aug 2020.pdf
    The 848th Supply Chain Management Group (SCMG) Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) outlines the criteria for manufacturers of Critical Safety Items (CSI) and Critical Application Items (CAI) for the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC). This MQR, updated in August 2020, aligns with Air Force Material Command Instruction (AFMCI) 23-113 and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 9.2, ensuring operational safety and suitability. It details the Source Approval Request (SAR) core processes, including evaluation procedures and four SAR categories (Actual Item, Similar Item, New Manufacturer, Alternate Item). The document also specifies required attachments for SAR submissions, such as evaluation and content checklists, and provides guidelines for submitting physical or electronic SAR packages. It clarifies that this MQR applies only to manufacturing, not repair, and outlines conditions for potential loss of qualification approval. Contact information for technical data requests and various Air Force and Defense Logistics Agency offices is provided.
    848 SCMG MQR Master Item List Oct 2025.pdf
    This government file from the 848th Supply Chain Management Group (SCMG) is a Manufacturing Qualification Requirement (MQR) Master Item List (MIL), detailing numerous items primarily categorized under "Structures" and "Instruments." The listed items, such as FUZE,IMPACT,ARM-DIS; ELECTRONIC UNIT,FIR; CONVERTER,SIGNAL DA; COMPUTER,BOMB-NAVIG; CONTROL,INDICATOR; and various aircraft components like ELEVON ASSEMBLY, ENGINE INLET ASSEMB, WING ASSEMBLY,GUIDE, FIN,GUIDED MISSILE, PUMP,FUEL BOOST,GUI, ADAPTER ASSEMBLY,MI, HANDLING UNIT,GUIDE, ADAPTER,NITROGEN CH, RACK,STORAGE,GUIDED, LEADING EDGE,AIRCRA, COWLING, PIPE,EXHAUST, PANEL,STRUCTURAL,AI, DOOR,ACCESS,AIRCRAF, FAIRING,AIRCRAFT, TANK,FUEL,AIRCRAFT, FLAP,WING LANDING, DOOR,AIRCRAFT, TIP,AIRCRAFT, AILERON, ELEVATOR,AIRCRAFT, CELL,FUEL,AIRCRAFT, SPOILER,WING,AIRCRA, LATERAL CONTROL DIF, RADOME, DUCT ASSEMBLY,BLEED, WINDSHIELD PANEL,AI, and PYLON,AIRCRAFT, are all associated with Tinker AFB, OK. Many entries specify End Item Categories like B001B, B052H, E003B, E003C, E003G, E008A, E008C, KC046A, KC135E, KC135R, KC135T, NC135W, NKC135B, OC135B, RC135S, RC135U, RC135V, RC135W, TC135S, TC135W, WC135C, WC135W, AGM086B, TF0033003, TF0033005, TF0033102, and TF0033103, indicating specific aircraft or systems. The document serves as a comprehensive inventory for supply chain management, likely for procurement or maintenance planning, with notes directing users to MMAC/Nomenclature information for further details.
    848 SCMG MQR Master Item List_Mar 2025 (1).pdf
    This document is a Manufacturing Qualification Requirement (MQR) Master Item List (MIL) from the 848th Supply Chain Management Group (SCMG), primarily focused on aircraft components at Tinker AFB, OK. The list details various items, including
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