F16AN_APG68_RadarDualModeTransmitter_NSN5998013069224_PN762R978G01
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 Department of the Air Force (FA8122 AFSC PZAAB) has issued a Sources Sought notice to identify and qualify sources for the repair of the F-16 AN/APG-68 Radar Dual Mode Transmitter Protection and Control Assembly (NSN: 5998-01-306-9224, P/N: 762R978G01). This effort aims to establish a pool of approved repair sources for future contract awards. The qualification process is estimated to cost $3,000 and take 180 days.
Qualification Requirements
To become a qualified source, offerors must satisfy several requirements:
- Prequalification Notice: Notify the appropriate government Small Business Office or contracting officer of intent to qualify.
- Facilities & Capabilities: Certify possession of, or access to, required facilities, equipment, and personnel for repair, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage. Facilities will be subject to government evaluation.
- Data Verification: Verify a complete data package, including Northrop Grumman drawing 762R978G01, T807A02, and provide copies upon request.
- Repair Process Verification: Demonstrate compliance with ESA-approved engineering/technical data and Unique Identification (UID) requirements (DFARS 211.274). Provide data from 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 per Drawing 762R978G01, T807A02. A complete test report is required post-testing.
- Qualification Article: Provide a pre-contract award qualification article for government evaluation, complying with Drawing 762R978G01, T807A02, for form, fit, and function assessment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for qualification)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due (for qualification intent/process): June 28, 2026
- Published: June 28, 2024
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK, United States
Evaluation & Waivers
Offerors must be fully qualified before any contract award. The government will not delay award to allow for qualification. Source Qualification Waiver Criteria (QWC) are available for:
- Articles previously supplied to the government or OEM.
- Sources qualified for assemblies providing subassemblies.
- Sources qualified for earlier dash numbers of a P/N (no increased complexity).
- Sources qualified for similar items (no increased complexity/criticality).
- Previously qualified sources that have undergone business changes (e.g., merger), provided capabilities remain equivalent.
Additional Information
A Repair Data List (RDL) document (RDL 013069224_Redacted.pdf) is available, detailing specific technical data, part numbers (e.g., 762R978G01, T807A02), noun titles (Circuit Card Assembly, Test Specification), and documentation requirements crucial for understanding the scope of work.