The United States Air Force, specifically the 422nd Supply Chain Management Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) for the new manufacture of “TRANSMITTER, LIQUID” (NSN 6680-01-074-9369RK, Part Number 16VE002003-3) for the F-16 platform, with an estimated requirement of 1,250 units. This SSS aims to identify potential sources, including various small business categories, to determine if the effort can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. There is no solicitation available, and no contract will be awarded based on this market research. Interested sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for manufacturing, inspection, testing, preservation, packaging, and shipping. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources. Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR-PSD-1) and an Engineering Data List (EDL) are embedded or attached, and sources wishing to be qualified must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package electronically via DoD SAFE. Businesses are requested to provide detailed company information and business size classification by the response deadline.
The United States Air Force is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to gather information about potential suppliers for the procurement of spare parts, specifically a transmitter for aircraft. This effort is part of market research to determine if the procurement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses, including various disadvantaged categories. The focus is on identifying sources that can supply all necessary labor, materials, and logistics for the new manufacture of the specified item, including certification requirements and potential engineering qualifications. Respondents must provide detailed company information, including business classification under the designated NAICS code. The call for responses emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for proposals but an avenue for the government to formulate its acquisition strategy, with responses collected by a specified email. The document outlines the nature and location of the requirement at Tinker AFB, encourages participation in the market research process, and clarifies that no funds are available for proposals at this stage.