F-16 Ice Detector
ID: FD20302500139Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT ALARM AND SIGNAL SYSTEMS (6340)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7a37019dd398431aa167d9e3e0c44181/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for the manufacture of ice detectors for F-16 aircraft. This procurement aims to source 1,250 units and emphasizes the need for suppliers to meet specific engineering qualifications, including the submission of a Source Approval Request (SAR). The initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness and safety of F-16 aircraft, as ice detection is vital for flight safety in adverse weather conditions. Interested businesses, including small and disadvantaged entities, are encouraged to submit their qualifications and relevant business information to the primary contact, 422 SCMS, at 422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, by the specified deadline, noting that this notice is for market research purposes only and does not guarantee contract award.

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    422 SCMS
    422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Sustainment Center, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (PR# FD20302500139-00) aimed at conducting market research to identify potential suppliers for new manufacture items related to F-16 aircraft ice detectors. This initiative solicits participation from all types of businesses, including small and disadvantaged entities, as the government may consider a competitive or small business set-aside for the expected procurement of 1,250 units. The notice outlines the procurement requirements for sourcing, including labor, materials, and logistics, with an emphasis on the need for potential suppliers to meet certain engineering qualifications. Respondents are required to submit business information, including company size and ownership details, as well as a Source Approval Request (SAR) for qualification. Notably, this notice is not a request for proposals or indicative of an imminent contract award, but rather a preliminary step in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy. Interested parties are urged to respond with requisite information by the specified deadline, although funds are not available for the responses as this document solely serves informational and planning purposes.
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