Overhaul of F-16 Check Valve NSN 4820-01-053-3375RK
ID: 4820010533375RKType: 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

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- VALVES (J048)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f023ebdd0b504f539e59fe7fc27d9597/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking potential sources for the overhaul of the F-16 Check Valve (NSN 4820-01-053-3375RK) as part of a Sources Sought notice. Interested contractors must demonstrate their capability to provide all necessary labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the repair, testing, preservation, packaging, and supply chain management of this critical component. The procurement is vital for maintaining the operational safety and effectiveness of the F-16 platform, and potential sources are required to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, which will be evaluated by the Engineering Support Activity. Interested parties should contact Morgan Mcgarity at morgan.mcgarity@us.af.mil for further details, and responses are due by the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Morgan Mcgarity
    morgan.mcgarity@us.af.mil
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    848 RQR-848 14 May 2024 (3).pdf
    This document, RQR-848 Revision 2, outlines the Repair/Remanufacture Qualification Requirements for Critical Safety and Critical Application Items for the Air Force Sustainment Center. It establishes minimum technical requirements for potential sources to obtain Engineering Support Activity (ESA) approval for repair or remanufacture. Potential sources must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, which is evaluated by the ESA. The RQR details three SAR categories: Actual Item, Similar Item, and New Repair/Remanufacture, each with specific submission requirements. It also covers potential source responsibilities, proprietary data use, SAR evaluation and approval/disapproval processes, and conditions for loss of qualification. Furthermore, the document provides guidance on requesting government-furnished technical data and includes appendices for acronyms, key term definitions, and significant industrial processes. The overarching purpose is to ensure operational safety, suitability, and effectiveness for critical commodity items.
    SSS 4820010533375RK.pdf
    The United States Air Force, specifically the 423rd Supply Chain Management Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential sources for the overhaul of NSN 4820-01-053-3375RK (Part Number 2750037-101), a Check Valve for the F-16 platform. This is not a solicitation, but an effort to determine acquisition strategy, including the possibility of a Small Business Set-Aside. Interested contractors must be capable of providing all necessary labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for repair, testing, preservation, packaging, and supply chain management of the unit. Technical data, including Technical Orders and engineering drawings, may be available through specific Air Force channels. Potential sources are required to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, with submission details provided for DoD SAFE and contact information for the AFSC Small Business Office. Businesses are asked to provide detailed company information to aid in the market research. Responses are due by the specified deadline.
    TO PUBLIC SALES FACT SHEET (April 21) Final (3).docx
    The Public Sales Office at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, is the centralized source for releasing Technical Orders (TOs) to defense industry partners. Requests for TOs supporting solicitations for US DoD or US Government contracts must go to the announcing contracting office. Existing contracts require an AFTO Form 43. Foreign Military Sales contracts follow TO 00-5-19 guidance, and Parts Repair Ordering Systems (PROS) requests go to the PROS Contract POC. Unsolicited bids, Requests for Information (RFI), or public sales requests under DoDD 5230.25 are common and require a current DD Form 2345, a company letterhead request with detailed company information, justification, intended use, and a complete list of TO Numbers. Each approved TO costs $65.00, plus shipping for physical media. Allow 30 calendar days for processing requests. The TO Public Sales Office can be contacted via email at AFLCMC.LZP.PUBSALES@us.af.mil or by phone at (405) 736-3868/3197 or DSN: 336-3868/3197.
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