Noun_Valve, Linear, Direct_Application_F-15_NSN_4810-01-220-3996_Part_Number_MC11219-3
ID: FD20302600141Type: 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

VALVES, POWERED (4810)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ccc96325a0014c86b5f7a9c937f4928e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking information from potential suppliers for the procurement of the Noun Valve, Linear, Direct Application for the F-15 aircraft, identified by NSN 4810-01-220-3996 and Part Number MC11219-3. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to assess the competitive landscape and determine if the procurement can be designated as a Small Business Set-Aside, inviting responses from various business types, including small and disadvantaged enterprises. The requested items are critical spare parts for the F-15 aircraft, emphasizing the importance of reliable supply chains and manufacturing capabilities in supporting military operations. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their qualifications and capabilities to the primary contact, 423 Workflow, at 423scms.guea.workflow@us.af.mil, as no funding is available for responses and this notice does not constitute a contractual obligation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    423 Workflow
    423scms.guea.workflow@us.af.mil
    Files
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    Posted
    SSS_FD20302600141.pdf
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force's Sustainment Center at Tinker AFB, is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to gather information from potential suppliers for the new procurement of specific spare parts associated with the F-15 aircraft. The request aims to determine the competitive landscape and whether the project can be designated as a Small Business Set-Aside. The government is interested in various business types, including small and disadvantaged businesses. Interested suppliers must have the capability to produce the required items, manage logistics, and adhere to manufacturing qualifications. While no official solicitation is currently available, the SSS aids in planning by collecting necessary information about interested vendors. Businesses are encouraged to respond with their qualifications and information for potential bidding. Notably, funding is not available for responses nor does this constitute a contractual obligation. The document invites interested parties to collaborate and underscores the importance of a structured approach to vendor qualification and proposal submission.
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