KC-135 Center Console Refresh (CCR) Revision 2 RFI-1
ID: FA8105_CCR_Rev2Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8105 AFLCMC WKKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/472003cac4be431ea2e8f74f9516874a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the KC-135 Center Console Refresh (CCR) at Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma. This RFI aims to gather market research insights for the procurement of miscellaneous aircraft accessories and components, specifically related to the KC-135 aircraft. The information collected will assist in understanding the capabilities of potential suppliers and the availability of necessary parts and services. Interested parties are encouraged to review the controlled documents associated with this RFI, which require a valid DD2345 and a role assigned in SAM.gov for access. For further inquiries, contact Russell Watson at russell.watson.5@us.af.mil or call 405-738-3388.

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    Russell Watson
    (405) 738-3388
    russell.watson.5@us.af.mil
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