Ametek PATS Auxiliary Power Control Unit
ID: FA8222-13318Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8222 AFSC PZIEHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5805, USA

NAICS

Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

CONVERTERS, ELECTRICAL, NONROTATING (6130)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from qualified sources regarding the provision of AMETEK PATS Auxiliary Power Control Units. This Sources Sought notice aims to gather market research to determine the availability of responsible suppliers and assess the potential for competitive procurement or a Small Business Set-Aside. The Auxiliary Power Control Units are critical for various defense applications, and the procurement will adhere to the NAICS code 334111, which pertains to Electronic Computer Manufacturing. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their company information, relevant experience, and business size classification by March 13, 2025, to the primary contact, Christa Phillips, at christa.phillips.1@us.af.mil, or the secondary contact, Audrey Lee, at audrey.lee.3@us.af.mil.

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    The document outlines guidelines for creating an Equipment List for procurement purposes, specifically tailored to federal acquisitions. Key steps include identifying the acquisition type (Service, Supply, or Software) and detailing necessary information such as physical shipping addresses, manufacturer details, and license renewal periods. It emphasizes the importance of capturing specifics like line item descriptions and compliance with DFARS regarding Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). Additionally, it stresses that all deadlines will commence from contract award dates, clarifying the structures required for software and service procurements. It also instructs on ensuring that part numbers are current and not obsolete, and highlights the need to document software account status for renewals to avoid delays. A sample equipment list is presented, specifying an acquisition for a PATS-70A Auxiliary Unit from Ametek, with quantities, unit measures, and delivery deadlines. The document serves as a resource for government entities to facilitate the acquisition process while maintaining regulatory compliance and efficient procurement practices.
    The document is a Sources Sought synopsis issued as a Request for Information (RFI) by the government to gather market research on the provision of AMETEK PATS Auxiliary Power and Load Units. It aims to identify responsible sources and assess whether the procurement can be competitive or designated as a Small Business Set-Aside. The applicable NAICS code is 334111 with a size standard of 1250 employees. Interested parties are invited to respond by providing company information, relevant experience, and details about their business size classification. Additional information requested includes familiarity with Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for payment and registration on the System for Award Management (SAM). The deadline for responses is set for 13 March 2025, and responses should be sent via email to specified contacts. The document underscores the need to evaluate industry capabilities and gather insights for strategic acquisition planning while emphasizing that participation does not indicate an intent to solicit formal bids at this stage.
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