F-35 VDATS NAI API
ID: 14894Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8579 SOFTWARE SPRT AFSC PZIMROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1672, USA

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SHOP SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT (4940)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/357a3b5ccbe247d8900d96c0cc75f14a/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the procurement of the F-35 VDATS NAI API, with a focus on small businesses as this opportunity is set aside for total small business participation. The procurement involves a firm fixed-price contract for specific equipment, including instrument simulators and position indicators, with a delivery timeline not exceeding 120 days after receipt of order (ARO). This equipment is critical for maintaining and supporting the operational capabilities of the F-35 aircraft. Interested vendors should contact Fernando Orozco at 801-777-1625 or via email at fernando.orozco.1@us.af.mil, or Lasonia Anderson at 478-926-9510 or lasonia.anderson@us.af.mil for further details.

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