Noun_DAMPENER, FLUTTER_Application_KC-135_NSN_1650-00-610-7200_Part_Number_65-4102-2
ID: FD20302500796Type: 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

AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC, VACUUM, AND DE-ICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (1650)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e166401bd7c1415d86a08a306dca4ce4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Oklahoma City, is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for the procurement of the Dampener, Flutter, associated with the KC-135 platform, identified by NSN 1650-00-610-7200. This initiative aims to assess the market for suppliers capable of manufacturing all necessary components, including inspection, testing, and supply chain management, particularly focusing on small and disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement of these spare parts is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of military equipment. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their business information to 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, as the government will utilize this information to inform its acquisition strategy; no solicitation is currently available.

    Point(s) of Contact
    423 SCMS
    423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    SSS-006107200.pdf
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force's Air Force Sustainment Center, is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential sources for the procurement of spare parts related to the **KC-135** platform. This market research aims to assess the competitiveness and availability of businesses, particularly small and disadvantaged enterprises, for meeting its requirements. The SSS outlines that potential suppliers must be capable of manufacturing all necessary components, including inspection, testing, and supply chain management. Interested vendors are required to fill out specific business information and submit it for consideration in this effort. There is no actual solicitation available at this stage, and the government intends to use the collected information to devise its acquisition strategy. The effort is part of broader initiatives to establish a capable marketplace for proposed spare requirements, including **NSN 1650-00-610-7200** for the **Dampener, Flutter**. Submissions from interested parties should be directed to the provided DLA Aviation email. Overall, this SSS is crucial for identifying suppliers to maintain the operational readiness of military equipment through effective procurement strategies.
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