Satellite Repair Parts
ID: FA527024QA203Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5270 18 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96368-5199, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: SATELLITE AND RF COMMUNICATIONS PRODUCTS (HW, PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G22)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/069f5805c6f44097806db9a4fabb280c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the procurement of satellite repair parts, particularly the Hawkeye III Lite, X-Band System 40W. This opportunity is part of a total small business set-aside initiative and aims to ensure the availability of critical components necessary for satellite operations. Proposals must be submitted by September 18, 2024, and should include pricing for the specified item, with the contract awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer. Interested vendors can contact Aisha B Nance at aisha.nance@us.af.mil or SrA Tyler Sapiens at tyler.sapiens@us.af.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Aisha B Nance
    (315) 634-4107
    aisha.nance@us.af.mil
    SrA Tyler Sapiens
    6345432
    tyler.sapiens@us.af.mil
    Files
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    RFQ_Satallite Repair Parts.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) FA5270-24-Q-A203 issued by the U.S. government for the procurement of new L3Harris Hawkeye Satellite parts, specifically targeting small businesses. Proposals must be submitted by September 18, 2024, and must include pricing for the specified item—Hawkeye III Lite, X-Band System 40W. Registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM) are mandatory for bidders. The award will go to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer. Essential provisions and clauses apply, including requirements related to fraud, whistleblower rights, and financial availability. Contractors are instructed to use U.S.-flag vessels for transportation, and item unique identification is required for accountability in the supply chain. The filing emphasizes compliance with various regulatory standards and necessitates proposals for every line item listed. Overall, the RFQ facilitates the acquisition of necessary satellite parts while ensuring adherence to federal procurement regulations, fostering participation from small business entities.
    RFQ Question Doc.docx
    The government document dated 12 September 2024 is a Request for Information (RFI) concerning a solicitation identified as FA527024QA203, related to satellite repair parts. The document is structured with sections for questions and answers, although no specific inquiries or responses are provided within the file. The purpose of this RFI is to gather insights and information from potential suppliers or contractors that could assist the federal government in acquiring necessary satellite repair parts. It signals an openness to stakeholder feedback, demonstrating the government’s intent to source effectively and possibly refine their requirements based on industry input. As part of a broader strategy under federal RFP and grant processes, this document exemplifies the government's efforts to promote transparency and efficiency in procurement practices while engaging with potential vendors in the defense sector. Overall, this RFI serves as a preliminary step in the procurement cycle, illustrating the government's engagement with the industrial base to ensure the availability and reliability of critical components for satellite operations.
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