The Department of Defense (DoD), specifically the Air Force Sustainment Center, issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to gather market research on potential suppliers for a new spares procurement initiative related to the C-130 aircraft, specifically a Pump Unit with NSN 4320-01-096-3873HS. This inquiry aims to identify sources capable of manufacturing, inspecting, and supplying these parts while potentially managing logistics and addressing any manufacturing challenges. The Air Force encourages participation from various business types, including small and disadvantaged businesses, as it explores competitive sourcing options. No contracts are guaranteed from this notice, and no funding is available for responses. Interested parties must respond to the notice to be considered and are instructed to provide detailed business information. The document emphasizes that it serves informational and planning purposes only, with no binding commitment from the government.
This government solicitation, FD2030-25-01100, issued on November 12, 2025, with a response deadline of November 20, 2025, seeks a firm-fixed-price contract for 35 Centrifuge Pump Units (NSN: 4320-01-096-3873HS, PN: 27100) for C-130 aircraft. These units pressurize the inlet of engine-driven pumps for the booster system. The estimated delivery for all 35 units is by July 13, 2027. Qualified sources include Ontic Engineering, Integral Aerospace, GE Aviation, and Hamilton Sundstrand Corp. This is a limited-source procurement under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302, with no set-aside or Critical Safety Item applicability. The government anticipates awarding the contract approximately 45 days after the solicitation closes. Interested parties can find the solicitation on www.sam.gov and direct questions to Molly Musgrove (Molly.Musgrove@us.af.mil).