Noun_MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY_Application_F-15_NSN_1650-01-018-1073_Part_Number_11-11211-9
ID: FDD20302500818Type: 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

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5b999b6bd5054d9a8a456973621ceeb1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking potential sources for the procurement of a manifold assembly for the F-15 aircraft, identified by NSN 1650-01-018-1073. This opportunity is part of a market research initiative aimed at identifying vendors capable of manufacturing the specified items, which includes labor, materials, supply chain management, and logistics. The procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the F-15 fleet, and the Air Force is particularly interested in engaging a diverse range of suppliers, including small businesses with relevant certifications. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their qualifications and capabilities electronically to the primary contact, 423 SCMS, at 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, as this is not a solicitation for proposals but a preliminary inquiry into market capabilities.

    Point(s) of Contact
    423 SCMS
    423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    SSS-010181073.pdf
    The U.S. Air Force is conducting market research to identify potential sources for a spares procurement requirement related to the F-15 aircraft. The sources sought notice emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for proposals, but rather a search for interested vendors to gauge market capabilities and determine the competitiveness of the requirement—possibly including small business set-asides. The procurement entails the new manufacture of specified items, which includes labor, materials, supply chain management, and logistics. Interested parties are encouraged to respond with essential business information, indicating their qualifications as large or small businesses, and any relevant certifications such as 8(a) or HUBZone status. A focus on capabilities to meet specific manufacturing qualification requirements and submission processes for inquiries regarding the application is outlined, with guidance on electronically submitting documentation for potential qualification. The initiative reflects the Air Force’s commitment to involving a diverse range of suppliers in its acquisition strategies while seeking to optimize procurement processes.
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