KC-46 Brake Rebuilding Tools
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4809 4TH CONS SQ CCSEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB, NC, 27531-2456, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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AIRCRAFT WHEEL AND BRAKE SYSTEMS (1630)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the 4th Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson AFB, NC, intends to award a sole source contract to Honeywell International for the procurement of KC-46 Brake Rebuilding Tools. The required items include a Lifting Tool, Brake Spacer, Assembly Fixture, Socket for Piston Bushing, and an O-Ring Installation Kit, all essential for the maintenance and operational readiness of the KC-46 aircraft. This acquisition will be conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures as authorized by FAR 6.302-1(b)(4), emphasizing the necessity for specialized tools that meet the agency's requirements. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Mr. DeAndre Fuller at deandre.fuller@us.af.mil, with a closing date for this notice set for March 17, 2025, at 16:30 PM EST.

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    The 4th Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson AFB, NC plans to award a sole source contract to Honeywell International for the procurement of specific KC-46 Brake Rebuilding Tools. The required items include a Lifting Tool, Brake Spacer, Assembly Fixture, Socket for Piston Bushing, and an O-Ring Installation Kit. The acquisition will be conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures based on FAR 6.302-1(b)(4), which allows for purchasing from a single responsible source when it meets agency needs. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; the government maintains the discretion to determine if competition is required. The closing date for this announcement is set for March 17, 2025. Any inquiries regarding the purchase can be directed to Mr. DeAndre Fuller via email. This initiative emphasizes the military's needs for specialized maintenance tools, reflecting a focused procurement strategy aimed at ensuring the support and operational readiness of the KC-46 aircraft.
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    The 916th AMXS Hydraulics shop outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) to procure Honeywell brake rebuild tools for the KC-46 aircraft, critical for US Air Force operations. The tools are necessary for disassembling and reassembling the aircraft's brakes according to prescribed technical orders. This project does not require vendor installation, as the Hydraulics section will install the tooling on-site. Delivery of tools is expected within 120 days following contract award, coordinated through SJAFB gates. The contractor must provide new equipment, adhering to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards and warranties, ensuring complete documentation for customer support and technical assistance. This SOW reflects the government's commitment to maintaining operational readiness and compliance through precise equipment acquisition for military aircraft maintenance.
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