FY25 Composite Course Panels
ID: FA302025Q0037Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3020 82 CONS LGCSHEPPARD AFB, TX, 76311-2743, USA

NAICS

Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing (325211)

PSC

PLATE, SHEET, STRIP, AND FOIL; NONFERROUS BASE METAL (9535)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b31690cd3b93434da5fb1d472f7374c0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide Composite Training Panels under solicitation number FA302025Q0037. The procurement involves the delivery of 100 units of composite training panels, each measuring 18" x 18" x 1", to NAS Pensacola, FL, with strict adherence to specified material and manufacturing standards to ensure compliance with military requirements. These panels are crucial for training programs, emphasizing the need for high-quality materials and construction methods in alignment with defense and aerospace standards. Proposals must be submitted via email by May 1, 2025, and all inquiries should be directed to the primary contact, Mrs. Michael Bolanos, at michael.bolanos_vega.hn@us.af.mil or by phone at 940-676-5191, with a deadline for questions set for April 25, 2025.

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    ASM Courses Transition Panel v2.pdf
    This document outlines specifications for a metal-bonded training panel with a thickness of ¾ inch and dimensions of 27 by 27 inches. It details material requirements including top and bottom skins made of 2024-T3 aluminum with specific NSNs, and a honeycomb core made from N-5056 aluminum for sandwich construction per military standards. Bonding methods are specified, requiring a film adhesive equivalent to BMS5-154 TY2 CL1 GR5. Transition areas on the panel are noted to be necessary only on two edges. Additional construction instructions include using shims as needed and providing a specification sheet for distinct design requirements. The document is part of a government Request for Proposals (RFP), indicating a focus on quality materials and manufacturing standards essential for military or governmental applications.
    Attachment 1_Specification Sheet.pdf
    This document specifies the requirements for the manufacture of composite training panels intended for the Supplemental Advanced Composite Repair course. The panels, designated by part number/NSN: 9390-CO-MPO-SITE, feature a composite structure with an exterior skin composed of 8 plies of quasi-isotropic lay-up using unidirectional graphite epoxy tape, alongside a fiberglass/phenolic honeycomb core. The interior skin consists of Kevlar 49 Aramid prepreg with a cross-ply lay-up. Key manufacturing details emphasize that all surfaces must be free of wrinkles, seams, or joints, and specify bonding with a particular film adhesive. It includes precise dimensional requirements and tolerances for the panels, reinforcing the necessity for high-quality materials and construction methods in alignment with Boeing specifications. Overall, the document serves as a technical guide to ensure the production of compliant and effective training equipment for Advanced Composite training programs, reflecting the government's emphasis on quality and standards in the defense and aerospace sectors.
    Attachment 2_Clauses and Provisions.pdf
    The document serves as a federal Request for Proposals (RFP) regarding various contractual agreements with the Department of Defense (DoD) and related requirements for vendors. It outlines specific clauses incorporated by reference, including rules about compensation for former DoD officials, whistleblower rights, telecommunications security, and procurement prohibitions linked to foreign entities, particularly those associated with the Maduro regime and the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Additionally, it emphasizes compliance with item unique identification practices for delivered commodities costing $5,000 or more, stressing unique item identifiers for traceability. The RFP establishes the evaluation criteria for offers based on price, technical capability, and past performance, ensuring all representations and certifications required from offerors are up to date. It mandates that offerors do not engage in restricted business practices or utilize certain telecommunications and technology services associated with sensitive operations. Overall, this document exemplifies the federal commitment to transparency, security in procurement, and adherence to regulatory frameworks for contractors seeking collaboration opportunities with the DoD.
    Attachment 3_FY25 Composite Course Panels Combo Document.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) related to Composite Course Panels (Solicitation Number: FA302025Q0037). The primary requirement is for 100 units of Composite Training Panels, each measuring 18" x 18" x 1", to be delivered to NAS Pensacola, FL. This RFQ is exclusively set aside for small business concerns, with a NAICS code of 325211 and a size standard of 1,250 employees. Proposals must be submitted via email by May 1, 2025, and the government plans to award a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract based on a combination of factors, including technical capability, price, delivery terms, and past performance. Offerors must ensure their representations and certifications are up-to-date in the System for Award Management. Interested vendors can seek clarification by addressing queries to designated points of contact by April 25, 2025. Attachments include product specifications and relevant provisions and clauses. The document underscores the Air Force's commitment to procuring essential materials while adhering to small business policies.
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