ALTIMETER SET,ELECT
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 U.S. Air Force (424th SCMS), through DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis for Altimeter Set, Elect spares for the KC-46 platform. This is not a solicitation but an effort to identify potential sources for a new spares buy. Responses are requested by February 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought notice seeks potential sources for the procurement of new Altimeter Set, Elect units (NSN: 5841-01-697-7753, P/N: 822-0334-002). The requirement is for a new spares buy, not repair services. The estimated quantity is 15 EA, with an estimated value of $2,536,466.40. The place of performance is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research is interested in all business sizes, including small businesses, 8(a)s, and HUBZones.
- Response Due: February 17, 2026, 22:00Z
- Published: February 10, 2026, 20:06Z
Evaluation
This SSS is for informational and planning purposes to identify potential sources and determine the acquisition strategy. Responses will help the government understand industry capabilities for manufacturing and supplying the specified spares.
Additional Notes
Interested sources must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, which may involve Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data List (EDL). To respond, vendors should select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov and provide specific business information as detailed in Part I of the associated document. Responding to this market research is crucial for vendors interested in future solicitations.