Instrument Landing System
ID: RFI_FA5270_25_Instrument_Landing_SystemType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

ANTENNAS, WAVEGUIDES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (5985)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4d524f5981474865a5cbdd494f0dcebc/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking vendors for the procurement of an Instrument Landing System (ILS) to enhance the operational capabilities of the 18th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) based in Okinawa, Japan. This procurement focuses on acquiring essential ILS components, including a dual-frequency localizer and glideslope systems, which are critical for providing aircraft with short-range guidance during runway approaches, particularly in adverse weather conditions and at night. The initiative underscores the government's commitment to improving air traffic safety and efficiency. Interested parties are encouraged to respond to the Sources Sought notice by March 5, 2025, providing details of their capabilities, with primary contact Hunter Stewart available at hunter.stewart.1@us.af.mil or by phone at 5266345511 for further inquiries.

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    The 18th Contracting Squadron (18 CONS) has issued a Source Sought notice on February 27, 2025, regarding the procurement of an Instrument Landing System (ILS) to enhance the operational capabilities of the 18th Operations Support Squadron (OSS). This request specifically targets the acquisition of ILS components, which include a dual-frequency localizer and glideslope systems essential for providing aircraft with short-range guidance for runway approaches, particularly during night-time and adverse weather conditions. Interested parties are encouraged to respond by March 5, 2025, with information attesting their capacity to meet these requirements, including company details, contact information, and proof of capability. It is emphasized that this notice does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment from the government to engage in a competitive bidding process. The document outlines specific parts and accessories related to the installation and operation of the ILS and aims to determine the level of interest and capability among potential suppliers. This source sought notice signifies the government's preliminary step towards identifying adequate vendors for the successful implementation of the ILS, underscoring its commitment to maintaining and enhancing air traffic safety and efficiency.
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