CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, A
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 (423rd SCMS), through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City), has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis for market research to identify potential sources for the procurement/manufacture of CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, A (NSN: 1650-01-042-3259, P/N: 1211178-005). This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and no contract will be awarded. The government seeks to determine if the effort can be competitive or a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are requested by March 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement and manufacture of an estimated 15 units of the "CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, A". Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all necessary labor, materials, facilities, and equipment, including component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Responsibilities may also extend to supply chain management, logistics planning, production forecasting, long-lead time parts procurement, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources, material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets. This is a new spares buy and does not include a repair requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product/Service Code: 1650 - Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum And De Icing System Components
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential for competitive or Small Business Set-Aside)
- Response Due: March 12, 2026
- Published: March 6, 2026
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA
- Estimated Solicitation: To Be Determined
Submission & Evaluation
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov to participate. The government is interested in responses from all potential sources, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. Responses will inform the government's decision on the procurement strategy, including potential set-asides.
Technical Data & Source Approval
Potential sources wishing to be qualified are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. QRs and Engineering Data List (EDL), if applicable, are attached to the notice. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR package submissions must be made electronically through DoD SAFE (https://safe.apps.mil/).
Contact Information
Questions regarding this post should be submitted to the workflow email: 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil.