Repair/Remanufacture Qualification Requirements for Commodity Critical Safety and Critical Application Items (RQR-848)
ID: RQR-848_(JUNE_2023)Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8118 AFSC PZABBTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/34c09450406d49fda6a65a659dfa491b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors to establish qualification requirements for the repair and remanufacture of critical safety and application items as outlined in the Repair/Remanufacture Qualification Requirements (RQR-848). Interested vendors must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package that demonstrates compliance with rigorous technical and quality assurance standards, as these items are essential for the operational safety of major aircraft weapon systems managed by the Air Force Sustainment Center. The Master Item List (MIL) includes various commodity items, and access to necessary technical data is provided within the RQR-848 framework. For further inquiries, potential vendors can contact the primary representative at 848 SCMG/EN via email at 423SCMS.EngrWork@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    848 SCMG/EN
    423SCMS.EngrWork@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    848 QR Master Item List.xlsx
    JQR-RQR-848 (Final-Redacted).pdf
    The document presents a Justification for Qualification Requirements (JQR) for the RQR-848, Revision 2, pertinent to the Air Force Sustainment Center's repair, overhaul, or remanufacture of critical commodity items managed by the 848th Supply Chain Management Group. It specifies that the JQR applies to items classified as Critical Application Items (CAI) or Critical Safety Items (CSI), which require specialized repair processes that must be controlled to mitigate risks to aircraft operation and personnel safety. The document outlines the importance of pre-award qualifications to evaluate technical capabilities, production facilities, and quality assurance systems of potential sources, thereby reducing supply chain risks and ensuring compliance with Operational Safety requirements. The qualifications last for seven years and incur costs for both the preparation of qualification waivers and government evaluations. This process emphasizes the government's role in maintaining airworthiness and minimizing risks associated with sourcing critical aviation components.
    JQR-RQR-848 (signed)_Redacted.pdf
    JQR-RQR-848 Master Item List.xlsx
    The document outlines the Repair Maintenance Codes (RMC) and Repair Maintenance Source Codes (RMSC) applicable to military part repairs, as per AFMCI 21-149. It describes various categories for repair and sourcing, ranging from competitive and sole-source repairs to those requiring special engineering approvals, precision inspection, and the usage of controlled tooling. Key sections detail restrictions on part repairs when data rights are not owned by the government and the conditions under which parts can only be repaired by government-approved sources due to sensitive technology. The document also provides a summary of government and vendor-supplied technical data related to specific items needing repair or overhaul, along with a note indicating that the requirement information is subject to change. The purpose is to guide potential contractors on qualification prerequisites and part sourcing processes relevant to future RFPs and solicitations, ensuring compliance with government regulations and standards while informing them about technical data requirements for contract eligibility. Overall, this document serves as an essential resource for potential vendors looking to engage in federal contracts related to part repair and maintenance within military operations.
    RQR-848 (Final).pdf
    The document outlines the Repair/Remanufacture Qualification Requirements (RQR) for critical safety items managed by the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC). Its primary objective is to ensure compliance with operational safety standards (OSS&E) while facilitating source approval for repair or remanufacture of specified commodities. It specifies rigorous procedures for submitting a Source Approval Request (SAR), detailing technical thresholds potential sources must meet, categorized into three categories: actual items, similar items, and new items needing repair capabilities. The potential sources are mandated to complete comprehensive SAR packages, highlighting qualifications, equipment, and process capabilities, while ensuring compliance with various quality assurance and regulatory standards as referenced in governing documents like FAR and DFARS. Furthermore, the submission protocol emphasizes electronic formats, requiring redacted financial information and adherence to specific content elements to maintain data integrity. The document also details potential consequences for losing source approval and the protocol for requesting technical data from the government. Overall, the RQR framework establishes stringent eligibility and accountability measures essential for maintaining the integrity and safety of critical military components.
    RQR-848 (Final) (2).pdf
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