KC-135 Flight Line Test Set Replacement
ID: FA812525Q0020Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8125 AFSC PZIMATINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

NAVIGATIONAL INSTRUMENTS (6605)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/64331855abbc4049a80e2d02626d50dc/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of six KC-135 Flight Line Test Sets, with a focus on small businesses, particularly those owned by women. The test sets are essential for conducting various communication and navigation tests, including UHF, VHF, HF, and RF signals, and must meet specific military and safety standards, including compact design and battery-powered functionality. Interested vendors must ensure compliance with federal regulations, including registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), and submit their quotes by the specified closing date, with inquiries directed to Madelyn Thompson at madelyn.thompson@us.af.mil or Jason Shirazi at Jason.Shirazi@us.af.mil. The contract will be awarded based on adherence to technical evaluation criteria and delivery protocols at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Madelyn Thompson
    (405) 739-9120
    madelyn.thompson@us.af.mil
    Jason Shirazi
    Jason.Shirazi@us.af.mil
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    A25-015 KC-135 Flight Line Test Set Replacement Item Description (ID).pdf
    The memorandum from the Department of the Air Force details a request from the 76th AMXG for funding to purchase six KC-135 Flight Line Test Set Kits. The document outlines the equipment's specifications, emphasizing its testing capabilities in various communication and navigation ranges, including UHF, VHF, HF, and RF signals, along with key features like transponder modes, TCAS, DME, and more. It specifies required Input/Output connectors and mandates adherence to military and safety standards. Physical characteristics must include weight under 8 pounds, battery-powered functionality with over three hours of life, and compact dimensions. The kit components should encompass various antennas, a power adapter, user manual, and a transit case. This request reflects the Air Force's commitment to maintaining and upgrading essential equipment for effective flight operations.
    Solicitation - FA812525Q0020.pdf
    The document is a solicitation for the replacement of the KC-135 Flight Line Test Set, aimed at women-owned small businesses (WOSB). It specifies procurement details, including requisition and solicitation numbers, contractor information, and delivery addresses. It outlines the expected quantity of six test sets, along with pricing and conditions for inspection, packaging, and delivery. The contractor must adhere to specified federal regulations and clauses, including the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for payment processing. Key points include the requirement for firms to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with various federal contracting regulations, such as the prohibition on contracting with businesses having certain criminal convictions or tax liabilities. The document emphasizes the importance of adhering to specific delivery protocols at Tinker Air Force Base, including the proper entry points for truck deliveries. These requirements reflect the government’s commitment to ensure quality and compliance in awarding contracts to small businesses, particularly those led by women, thereby promoting economic inclusivity within federal procurement processes.
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