Alternating Generator
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The United States Air Force (430th SCMS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for the procurement of Alternating Generator parts (NSN: 6115-01-224-5848HY, P/N: 28B58-9B). This effort aims to determine if the requirement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. Responses are requested by June 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
Potential sources must be capable of manufacturing the specified item, including component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Responsibilities may also encompass supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production, managing long-lead time parts, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources, and shipping serviceable assets. This is a new spares buy and does not include a repair requirement. Potential sources may be responsible for nonrecurring engineering costs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Government is interested in identifying potential sources for a small business set-aside determination. All business sizes are encouraged to respond.
- Response Due: June 9, 2026
- Published: June 3, 2026
- Contract Details: Contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are to be determined. Unit prices will be established at the time of contract award.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" to participate. Responses will be used to assess industry capabilities and inform future acquisition strategies. Questions regarding this post should be submitted to 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil.
Technical Requirements & Source Approval
Potential sources wishing to be qualified must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Qualification Requirements (QRs) and Engineering Data List (EDL), if applicable, are referenced as attachments. Technical data may be provided on an EDL; otherwise, sources must independently acquire it. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR package submissions are electronic via DoD SAFE.
Place of Performance
The place of performance is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.