F16_AN_APG68RadarDualModeTransmitter_NSN5998012478169
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified sources for the repair of the Regulator CCA (P/N: 762R923G01, NSN: 5998-01-247-8169) used in the F-16 C/D APG-68 Dual Mode Transmitter. This notice outlines the comprehensive qualification requirements for potential repair sources. Responses are due April 2, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This opportunity seeks to establish qualified repair sources for a critical F-16 component. The scope involves demonstrating full capability to repair, inspect, test, package, and store the Regulator CCA according to government specifications. Qualification is a prerequisite for future contract awards.
Qualification Requirements
Potential offerors must satisfy stringent requirements, including:
- Prequalification Notice: Notify the appropriate government office of intent to qualify.
- Facilities & Capabilities: Certify access to required facilities, equipment, tooling, and personnel for repair, inspection, and testing. Facilities must be available for government evaluation.
- Data Verification: Possess a complete data package, including specific Northrop Grumman drawings (762R923G01 and T803A77), and be prepared to produce copies.
- Repair Process Verification: Repair the item to ESA-approved engineering/technical data package standards, comply with Unique Identification (UID) requirements, and provide data showing results of quality, performance, and environmental evaluations.
- Test & Evaluation: Submit a qualification test plan/procedure for approval, detailing verification of performance, environmental, mechanical, and quality assurance requirements. A complete test report is required post-testing. The government reserves the right to inspect testing processes.
- Qualification Article Verification: Provide a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation, complying with Drawing 762R923G01, to demonstrate form, fit, function, and repair capability.
- Cost & Time Estimates: Estimated qualification costs are $3,000, with an estimated completion time of 180 days.
- Waiver Criteria: Specific criteria (e.g., prior supply to government/OEM, qualification for similar items) may allow for waivers of all or part of the qualification requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Qualification Notice)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 2, 2026
- Published: April 2, 2024
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE, DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE, FA8122 AFSC PZAAB
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK, United States
Additional Notes
A provided Repair Data List (RDL) document (RDL 792R998G01_Redacted.pdf) serves as an example of the technical data and documentation required for repair. Bidders should note that this specific RDL pertains to a different part number (792R998G01) and NSN (5998014644241WF) than the primary item in this notice. Successful qualification does not guarantee a contract award. This notice is for planning purposes to identify qualified sources.