GENERATOR,DIRECT CU
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 United States Air Force is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for Spares Procurement of KC-135 aircraft parts, specifically NSN 6115-99-125-4902FL (Part Number 43329106). This effort aims to determine the best acquisition strategy for a new spares buy, including potential small business set-asides. Responses are due April 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought is for the procurement of new spare parts for the KC-135 aircraft. The specific item is a generator, direct current, identified by NSN 6115-99-125-4902FL and Part Number 43329106. The estimated maximum requirement is 29 units, with a maximum projected value of $818,333.31. There is no repair requirement associated with this effort; it is solely for new spares. The place of performance is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage; the government is interested in all business sizes and will use responses to determine potential for competitive or small business set-aside.
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, by 21:00 UTC.
- Published: April 9, 2026.
Evaluation
Responses will inform the government's acquisition strategy for future procurement. This includes assessing industry capabilities, identifying qualified sources, and determining if the effort can be competitive or set aside for small businesses.
Additional Notes
This is NOT a solicitation and does not guarantee a future award. Interested sources must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package to demonstrate technical qualifications. Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data List (EDL) may be referenced. To participate, vendors should select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov and submit responses to 424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil.