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ID: FD20302500906Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

ELECTRICAL CONTROL EQUIPMENT (6110)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the manufacture of specific generator components, with a focus on increasing competition and assessing small business interest. Interested vendors must possess a current license or agreement with Hamilton Sundstrand and will be required to provide labor, materials, logistics, and supply chain management as part of their proposals. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the United States Air Force, and the estimated solicitation release is planned for January 2025, with responses expected by February 2025. Interested parties should direct their inquiries to 422 SCMS via email at 422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, noting that all information is subject to change until a formal solicitation is issued.

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    The United States Air Force (USAF) is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the new manufacture of specific generator components, particularly focusing on increasing competition and assessing small business interest. This effort involves gathering information from all interested vendors, including various types of small businesses, to evaluate if this requirement can be met through a Small Business Set-Aside. The document outlines the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code, applicable size standards, and essential requirements for interested parties. Companies must possess a current license or agreement with Hamilton Sundstrand to bid on this requirement, which encompasses labor, materials, logistics, and supply chain management. The estimated solicitation release is planned for January 2025, with responses expected by February 2025. Interested vendors must engage through the designated response channels and adhere to the guidelines, while noting that all information is subject to change until a formal solicitation is issued. This synopsis serves as a preliminary step for the USAF to formulate an effective acquisition strategy and gauge marketplace readiness.
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