F16_AN_APG68_Radar_Dual_Transmitter_NSN5998012031936_PN77R025G01

SOL #: F16_AN_APG68_Radar_Dual_Transmitter_NSN5998012031936_PN77R025G01Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8122 AFSC PZAAB
TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, United States

Place of Performance

S Coffeyville, OK

NAICS

No NAICS code specified

PSC

No PSC code specified

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Jan 20, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Dec 31, 2027, 5:00 AM

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 AFSC PZAAB, has issued a Sources Sought notice for Repair Qualification Requirements for the F-16 C/D AN/APG-68 Radar Dual Mode Transmitter RF Controller (NSN: 5989-01-203-1936, P/N: 772R025G01). This opportunity seeks to identify and qualify potential sources capable of repairing this critical component. Responses are due by December 31, 2027.

Purpose & Scope

This is a pre-qualification process to ensure offerors possess the necessary capabilities to repair the RF Controller. The Repair Data List (RDL) provides details on associated part numbers and technical documentation. Qualification does not guarantee a contract award but is a prerequisite for future repair solicitations.

Key Qualification Requirements

  • Prequalification Notice: Offerors must notify the government of their intent to qualify.
  • Facilities & Capabilities: Demonstrate possession or access to facilities, equipment, and personnel for repair, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage, available for government evaluation.
  • Data Verification: Possess a complete data package, including Northrop Grumman drawings (772R025G01, T320A44, T363A98) and associated procedures.
  • Repair Process Verification: Ensure repairs conform to government requirements and ESA-approved data packages, including Unique Identification (UID). Demonstrate compliance with quality, performance, and environmental standards.
  • Test & Evaluation: Submit a qualification test plan/procedure for approval and a subsequent test report. The government may inspect or witness testing with 30 days' notice.
  • Qualification Article: Provide a pre-contract award qualification article for form, fit, and function evaluation.

Source Qualification Waiver Requirements

Waivers may be granted based on specific criteria (QWC1-QWC7), such as:

  • Prior supply of articles to the government or OEM.
  • Qualification to provide assemblies/subassemblies.
  • Qualification to provide similar items (with verification of no increased complexity).
  • Previous qualification of the item under specific conditions (e.g., company restructuring).

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (for Repair Qualification)
  • Response Due: December 31, 2027, 05:00 AM EST
  • Published Date: January 20, 2026
  • Estimated Qualification Cost: $5,000 (for testing and evaluation)
  • Estimated Qualification Time: 270 days (for engineering support activity)
  • Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK, United States

Eligibility & Contact

  • Set-Aside: None specified. The prequalification notice mentions notifying the Small Business Office.
  • Primary Contact: Tracey Beringer, tracey.beringer@us.af.mil, 801-777-2211.

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