Noun_processor communica_Application_KC-46_NSN_5895-01-652-2830_Part_Number_762-15990-5
ID: FD20302502348Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5895)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/254d312dfaec4b00a6c6ea665d082de2/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for the procurement of spare parts related to the KC-46 platform, specifically for the National Stock Number (NSN) 5895-01-652-2830. This initiative aims to gather market research and assess the capabilities of businesses, including small and disadvantaged enterprises, to provide necessary components, materials, and services for the manufacturing of these critical items. The information collected will inform the government's procurement strategy, ensuring compliance with technical and manufacturing qualifications, while encouraging diverse participation in the industry. Interested vendors are invited to respond with detailed business information to the primary contact, 424 SCMS, at 424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil, as there is currently no solicitation or commitment to award a contract.

    Point(s) of Contact
    424 SCMS
    424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil
    Files
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    SSS_FD20302502348.pdf
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Sustainment Center, has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to gather market research on potential sources for the procurement of spares related to the KC-46 platform. This document is an invitation for all businesses, including various types of small and disadvantaged enterprises, to express their interest in providing the necessary components, materials, and services in support of the manufacturing of specific items associated with the National Stock Number (NSN) 5895-01-652-2830KT. The government seeks to determine whether the requirement can be met competitively or set aside for small businesses. Notably, there is no solicitation available currently, nor a commitment to award a contract, as this is purely for information-gathering purposes. Interested vendors must respond via specific channels, providing detailed business information as outlined. The goal is to assess capabilities in manufacturing, supply chain management, and logistics for this new spares buy initiative, with an emphasis on compliance with technical and manufacturing qualifications. Overall, the SSS seeks to inform the strategy for procuring these critical spares while encouraging participation from diverse business types within the industry.
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