AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) Pod parts
ID: FA8523-26-ECMSSSType: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8523 AFLCMC ESKAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1663, USA

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/720a488f80de45f3b448c10b3473872e/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the production and repair of parts for the AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) Pod. The objective is to find entities that possess the necessary production and repair data, expertise, and capabilities to meet the qualification requirements for these items, which are critical for the U.S. Air Force and foreign Military Sales Partners. Interested parties are encouraged to review the attached document for further details, and they can reach out to Daniel Daniels at daniel.daniels.2@us.af.mil for inquiries regarding this sources sought notice.

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    daniel.daniels.2@us.af.mil
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