F117 Air Flow Test Machine
Overview
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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, specifically the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC), intends to award a firm fixed-price, sole source purchase order for two (2) F117 Air Flow Test Machines. The intended awardee is Habco Industries, LLC. This is a Special Notice indicating a restricted competition. Responses from interested parties are due by May 28, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of two F117 Air Flow Test Machines. These machines are essential for the operations at the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex. The specific model required is the Habco Air Flow Test Machine (P/N CTE 7070), which is specified in the F117 Series Engine Manual.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order (Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Habco Industries, LLC (Glastonbury, CT; CAGE Code 51826)
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees
- Product Service Code: 4920 (Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 21, 2026
Justification & Competition
This acquisition is being conducted as a sole source procurement under the authority of RFO FAR 12.201-1, with statutory authority under 41 U.S.C 1901 and FAR 12.102(a). The decision to restrict competition is based on Habco Industries, LLC being the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the required Habco Air Flow Test Machine (P/N CTE 7070). Habco maintains strict control over the design and distribution of this proprietary equipment and has declined to sell proprietary data rights, thereby limiting competition to themselves.
Response Information
This is a Special Notice for informational purposes. However, interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by submitting a quote and information. All electronic procedures for this solicitation will be conducted through SAM.gov. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov with an active CAGE Code to receive any government contracts. No telephone requests will be accepted. Primary Contact: Kylie McMichael (kylie.mcmichael@us.af.mil) Secondary Contact: Jennifer Azbill (jennifer.azbill@us.af.mil)