Notice of Intent to Lockheed Martin Corporation
ID: FA9101-25-Q-B031Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BRARNOLD AFB, TN, 37389-1332, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fca26dba22004151b6afbb9451598b60/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center at Holloman AFB, New Mexico, intends to award a sole source firm-fixed price purchase order to Lockheed Martin Corporation for the development of a Tactical Aircraft test sled internal cockpit cooling system. This system is crucial for enhancing testing capabilities, ensuring effective temperature regulation during ejection seat and manikin operations, and maintaining critical component temperatures within specified limits. The anticipated award date is April 14, 2025, and while this is not a request for competitive proposals, the Government welcomes capability statements or quotes from other responsible sources by March 21, 2025. Interested parties should submit their information electronically to the designated Contract Specialist, Nathan Jaye, at nathan.jaye@us.af.mil, or Brett Moore at brett.moore.6@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nathan Jaye
    nathan.jaye@us.af.mil
    Brett Moore
    brett.moore.6@us.af.mil
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    JA Hotbox Public release_Redacted.pdf
    Notice of Intent to Lockheed Martin Corporation.pdf
    The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) at Holloman AFB, NM, intends to award a sole source firm-fixed price purchase order to Lockheed Martin Corporation for the development of conceptual designs for a Tactical Aircraft test sled internal cockpit cooling system. This decision follows market research indicating Lockheed as the only vendor capable of meeting the necessary specifications. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 541330, with a small business size standard set at $25.5 million. The anticipated award date is April 14, 2025. While this is not a request for competitive proposals, the Government welcomes capability statements or quotes from other responsible sources by March 21, 2025. Information should be submitted electronically to the designated Contract Specialist. This notice emphasizes the Air Force's intent to streamline acquisition processes by utilizing the sole source provision under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
    Reqs Doc Cockpit Cooling System Public Release.pdf
    The 704th Test Group, specifically the 846th Test Squadron (846 TS), seeks proposals for a Tactical Aircraft test sled internal cockpit cooling system to enhance their testing capabilities at the Holloman High Speed Test Track. The cooling system must provide effective temperature regulation during testing scenarios involving ejection seat and manikin operations, ensuring critical components remain within specified temperature limits: cockpit cameras under 120°F, munitions below 160°F, and manikin components between 32°F and 158°F. Contractors are required to design a solution compatible with existing apparatuses while utilizing commercially available materials. The proposal includes delivering a conceptual design and supporting documentation, as well as on-site assistance during testing, limited to 355 labor hours. Key milestones include a preliminary design review within specific timelines. The primary aim is to optimize test conditions for aircraft egress evaluation and improve the overall safety and effectiveness of testing methodologies. This initiative reflects the commitment to innovative testing solutions for future military applications.
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