F-16 Wheel Speed Transducer
ID: FD2020-25-F-16_Wheel_Speed_TransducerType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8203 AFSC PZAAB2HILL AFB, UT, 84056-5825, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT WHEEL AND BRAKE SYSTEMS (1630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/76c6063e00494450a13815e084dd4386/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking potential manufacturers for the F-16 Wheel Speed Transducer, as outlined in their Sources Sought notice (FD2020-25-F-16). This procurement aims to identify capable suppliers for a critical component, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 1630-01-525-3372 and Part Number (P/N) 140-279, which is essential for the operational functionality of F-16 aircraft. The anticipated contract will likely be awarded as a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) arrangement, potentially as a sole source to Hydro-Aire Inc., the original equipment manufacturer, and interested suppliers must confirm their ability to obtain the necessary proprietary data from Hydro-Aire. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact James Bruce at 801-777-9173 or via email at James.bruce.10@us.af.mil, or Nathan Hirschi at 801-586-6091 or nathan.hirschi@us.af.mil.

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    Sources Sought Synopsis (F-16 Wheel Speed Transducer).pdf
    The Department of Defense is seeking potential manufacturers for the F-16 Wheel Speed Transducer, as indicated in their Sources Sought notice (FD2020-25-F-16). This notice is designed to gather information for market research and does not represent a formal solicitation or commitment to purchase. The item in question is critical, identified by the National Stock Number (NSN) 1630-01-525-3372 and Part Number (P/N) 140-279, and is essential for F-16 aircraft operations. The anticipated contract will follow a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) arrangement, likely awarded as a sole source to Hydro-Aire Inc., the original equipment manufacturer. Suppliers interested in this opportunity must verify their ability to obtain the requisite proprietary data from Hydro-Aire due to the lack of government ownership of the technical information necessary for manufacturing. The associated NAICS code for this procurement is 336413, encompassing both small and large businesses, further underscoring the government’s intention to identify viable sourcing options while fostering competitive bidding.
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