Howell Test Set Fire Loop Sources Sought
ID: FA822425I1261Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8224 OL H PZI PZIMHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5805, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/ffec29ca86644cf2b134f46f472118fe/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors to provide maintenance and repair services for Howell Test Set Fire Loop models H239B and H239B-2, which are critical for the operational functionality of aircraft safety systems. The procurement requires contractors to manage labor, tools, parts, and materials necessary for inspections, maintenance, calibrations, and repairs, all to be performed at the contractor's facility in support of the 309th Aircraft Maintenance Group. These fire loop test sets are essential for simulating engine fires and ensuring that aircraft systems respond appropriately, thereby maintaining safety standards for military operations. Interested parties should contact Kyle McDermott at kyle.mcdermott.1@us.af.mil or 801-586-6870, or Shelly Bachison at shelly.bachison@us.af.mil or 801-586-8606 for further details regarding this sources sought notice.

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    Req_12615_63302_Test Set Fire Loop SOW- 07 Jul 24.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for a Blanket Purchase Agreement concerning the maintenance and repair of Howell Temperature system testers, models H239B and H239B-2, utilized by the 309th Aircraft Maintenance Group at Hill AFB. The SOW specifies the technical requirements and scope which include inspections, maintenance, repairs, and calibrations services performed by the contractor using necessary management, labor, and tools. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining operational functionality of the fire loop test sets critical for A-10 safety systems. Key points include required evaluations divided into tiered service levels (I, II, III) based on the complexity of the repairs, a list of government-furnished equipment (GFP), warranty details for repaired items, and specific delivery timeframes for servicing different tiers, ensuring maintenance is returned within stipulated time limits. Security responsibilities and quality assurance protocols are highlighted, as is the contact information for the Government Authorized Caller overseeing the contract. This comprehensive SOW ensures proper oversight and performance standards in maintaining critical military testing equipment.
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