Repair of B-2 Laser Energy Monitor, Optical Assembly
ID: FA811924R0013_PresolicitationType: Presolicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8119 AFSC PZABCTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3015, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

STIMULATED COHERENT RADIATION DEVICES, COMPONENTS, AND ACCESSORIES (5860)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a35fd67652604fde8518be329ecbdbb9/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a contractor for the repair of B-2 Laser Energy Monitors and Optical Assemblies under solicitation number FA811924R0013. The procurement involves a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for various line items of repair work, including both major and minor repairs for specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs). This specialized repair service is critical for maintaining the operational readiness of airborne systems, and Ophir Corporation has been identified as the sole source due to its exclusive expertise and equipment. Interested parties can reach out to Daniel Bratcher at daniel.bratcher.1@us.af.mil or Phillip Crowder at phillip.crowder@us.af.mil for further information, noting that this presolicitation is not an official solicitation and no set-asides for small businesses are available.

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    Daniel Bratcher
    daniel.bratcher.1@us.af.mil
    Phillip Crowder
    phillip.crowder@us.af.mil
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    The document pertains to a government solicitation by the Department of the Air Force for the repair of B-2 Laser Energy Monitors and Optical Assemblies under solicitation number FA811924R0013. The solicitation includes various line items for repair work, specifying quantities and types of repairs required, including major and minor repairs for specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs). Notably, all repair work is proposed to be managed under a Firm-Fixed-Price contract established through Simplified Acquisition Procedures due to the anticipated dollar amount. Ophir Corporation is identified as the sole source for the required services, possessing exclusive expertise and equipment for these repairs. The document highlights the non-competitive nature of the solicitation, with no set-asides for small businesses due to the lack of capable providers. The contract's performance location will be at the contractor's facility, with delivery designated to Tinker AFB in Oklahoma. Overall, the solicitation reflects the government’s need for specialized repair services to maintain critical airborne systems while adhering to procurement regulations.
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