The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified sources for the procurement of an Electron Tube, part number 588R901H02, intended for use in the F-16 A/B AN/APG-66 Transmitter. Interested offerors must meet stringent qualification requirements, including the ability to manufacture, inspect, and test the item in compliance with government specifications, as well as provide a qualification test plan and a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation. This Electron Tube is critical for the operational capabilities of the F-16 aircraft, and the qualification process is estimated to take approximately 180 days, with associated costs around $3,000. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Tracey Beringer at tracey.beringer@us.af.mil or by phone at 7772211.