F-22 Thermal Battery
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Department of the Air Force, AFLCMC/EBHKB, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis for the F-22 Thermal Battery. This effort aims to identify potential sources and determine if the requirement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses, with interest in all small business categories. Responses are due by February 28, 2026.
Scope of Interest
The government is seeking information on capabilities related to the Thermal Battery, Battery, Thermal for the F-22, identified by National Stock Numbers 1377-01-515-5924ES and 1377-01-587-3591ES. This includes engineering, manufacturing, remanufacturing, inspection, and testing of similar egress components.
Information Requested
Interested parties should provide:
- Identification of small business status relative to NAICS Code 325920 (Size Standard: 750 employees).
- Anticipated teaming arrangements, delineating prime vs. partner work.
- Description of similar services offered to government and commercial customers within the last three years.
- Relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing, remanufacturing, inspection, and testing of similar egress components within the last three years.
- Company Profile: Number of employees, office location, CAGE Code, DUNS Number, and claimed small business designation/status.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Synopsis (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 325920, Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
- Size Standard: 750 employees
- Response Due: February 28, 2026
- Published: February 11, 2026
Important Notes
This is NOT a solicitation; no reimbursement will be made for costs associated with providing information. The government does not have funds for second source qualification efforts. Offerors must possess access to all appropriate data, as the US Government does not own or have rights to use the data required for manufacturing these components.