NSN2840-01-308-4465NZ_AugmentorNozzleSe_F100_PN4071142_FD2030-26-00589
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 U.S. Air Force, via the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify potential sources for the new manufacture of Augmentor Nozzle Se (NSN: 2840-01-308-4465NZ, P/N: 4071142). This effort aims to determine if the requirement can be competitive or designated as a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are requested by February 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the new manufacture of approximately 350 units of the specified item. Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment necessary for procurement, manufacture, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Additionally, responsibilities may include supply chain management, logistics planning, production forecasting, managing long-lead time parts, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources, and shipping serviceable assets. This is a new spares buy and does not involve a repair requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Estimated Units: 350
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage; seeking all business types (Large, Small, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, Women-Owned Small Businesses) to determine potential set-aside.
- NAICS Code: 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a 1,500-employee size standard.
- Response Due: February 21, 2026
- Published: January 22, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this market research. Responses will be used solely to determine if the effort can be competitive or a Small Business Set-Aside.
Additional Notes
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov. Potential sources wishing to be qualified must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. QRs and Engineering Data List (EDL), if applicable, are attached. SAR packages are to be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE. Inquiries regarding the Tinker SAR Process should be directed to the AFSC Small Business Office. Questions regarding this post should be submitted to 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil.