F35 Seek Eagle ZTP
ID: FA248726RB004Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2487 AFTC PZZD (EGLIN)EGLIN AFB, FL, 32542-6886, USA

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ecb3f01bf1ae495b9687efe886fce3ef/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking responses for the development of a government-owned, state-of-the-art F-35A/B/C wind tunnel model, along with compatible facilities at the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) in Arnold AFB, Tennessee. This initiative is being led by the Air Force SEEK EAGLE Office (AFSEO) located at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, and aims to enhance the testing capabilities for the F-35 aircraft. Interested parties are required to document their responses on the attached QA Response excel sheet, and inquiries can be directed to Melissa Hoover at melissa.hoover.1@us.af.mil or by phone at 850-882-0273.

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    Melissa Hoover
    (850) 882-0273
    melissa.hoover.1@us.af.mil
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