Rudder, Aircraft
ID: SPRPA125QEU05Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PAPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5098, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f06afc04ae57413e83832e3510f2bbec/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, is seeking eligible contractors to manufacture aircraft rudders, specifically NSN: 7RH-1560-016919786, P/N: 74A240300-1025, which are critical components for the F/A-18 aircraft. The procurement aims to identify responsible sources capable of providing the necessary labor, materials, and facilities, as the government does not possess the data required for manufacturing these items. Interested parties must submit capability statements within 15 days of the notice publication, and those not already approved as sources will need to provide a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, including detailed technical data and quality assurance documentation, as outlined in the Source Approval Information Brochure for Spares. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Michael Kneble at michael.kneble@dla.mil or call 215-737-5619.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael Kneble
    (215) 737-5619
    michael.kneble@dla.mil
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    Source_Approval_Information_Brochure_For_Spares_Eleventh_Revison_dated_9April2021.pdf
    The NAVSUP-WSS-N23-Spare publication outlines the Source Approval Request (SAR) requirements for manufacturers seeking to supply Critical Application Items (CAIs) and Critical Safety Items (CSIs) for the Navy. The SAR process evaluates a manufacturer's capabilities, necessitating the submission of detailed technical data to demonstrate their ability to produce items that meet quality and traceability standards. Manufacturers applying for approval must provide SAR packages categorized as either Category I (actual item) or Category II (similar item) based on previous work. The document emphasizes that actual manufacturers must provide parts in-house, highlighting the importance of site surveys during the qualification process. It also details the necessary components of the SAR package, such as a cover letter, quality assurance documentation, specifications, and inspection histories. Additional resources for government procurement opportunities are provided, along with registration guidance for vendors and instructions for accessing confidential technical data. This publication underscores the Navy's commitment to ensuring supplier quality and compliance, which is critical in maintaining the safety and functionality of military operations.
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