The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting market research for the procurement of Circuit Card Assembly for the F-16 aircraft, specifically identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 5998-01-190-6198 and Part Number 949F028-5. The requirement entails the new manufacture of the specified item, which includes the procurement of component parts, inspection, testing, and logistics management, with a focus on increasing competition and gauging small business interest for potential set-asides. Interested sources must have a current license or agreement with the original equipment manufacturer, Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation, and are encouraged to express their interest by selecting the “Add Me to Interested Vendors” option. The estimated solicitation date is September 2024, with responses due by October 2024; inquiries should be directed to 422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil.