B-52 AN/ARN-67 GLIDESLOPE RECEIVER COATING REMOVAL
ID: CN25-0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8539 AFSC PZABAROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b550af1081e24dcdbe3dc5b581d76055/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the non-destructive removal of a polyurethane resin coating from the Printed Circuit Board of the B-52 AN/ARN-67 Glideslope Receiver. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify vendors with the expertise to perform this specialized task, emphasizing the importance of maintaining security clearance for personnel handling sensitive materials. The work is critical for military navigation systems, and the government encourages both small and large businesses to respond, highlighting the potential for teaming arrangements. Interested vendors should submit documentation detailing their qualifications, experience, and quality assurance processes to Mustapha Ceesay at mustapha.ceesay@us.af.mil or Jason Massengale at Jason.Massengale@us.af.mil by the specified deadlines, as this RFI is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee contract awards.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mustapha Ceesay
    (478) 926-5138
    mustapha.ceesay@us.af.mil
    Jason Massengale
    Jason.Massengale@us.af.mil
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    RFI Coating Removal ARN-67 Glideslope Receiver.pdf
    The Request for Information (RFI) pertains to the B-52 AN/ARN-67 Glideslope Receiver, focusing on the non-destructive removal of an unknown polyurethane resin coating from the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) of a crucial amplifier module. The government seeks to identify potential sources with the necessary expertise to undertake this specialized task, emphasizing that this RFI is for planning purposes only and does not lead to contract awards. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit documentation that outlines their qualifications, relevant experience, and ability to handle classified material. Companies are also requested to highlight their quality assurance processes, repair capabilities, and strategies for inventory management. The government stresses the importance of maintaining security clearance for personnel handling sensitive materials. The overarching goal is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers ahead of potential contracting opportunities, with forthcoming solicitation details to be posted on the System for Award Management. This RFI outlines requirements for both small and large businesses, promoting teaming arrangements while underscoring the critical nature of the work in support of military navigation systems.
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