GENERATOR,DIRECT CU

Sources Sought / Market Research

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is for market research to identify potential sources for the procurement of KC-135 Spares (Generator Direct Current) and to determine if the effort can be competitive or a Small Business Set-Aside. The government is not soliciting proposals at this time and will not respond to requests for a solicitation. No funds are available for this market research.

• The government is seeking sources capable of manufacturing new spares for Generator Direct Current, NSN: 6115-99-125-4902FL, Part Number: 43329106.

• This includes procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping.

• Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources, material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets.

• This is a new spares buy and does not have a repair requirement.

• Estimated Spares Requirement: Max Quantity: 35ea, Max PR Value: $987,643.65.

• Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original).

• Estimated Solicitation Information: To Be Determined.

• Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" to be considered participants.

• Responses are requested by: April 22, 2026.

• Questions regarding this post should be submitted to: 424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil.

• The government is interested in all potential sources, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses.

• NAICS Code: 336413 with a Size Standard of 1,250 employees.

• Potential sources 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.

• Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via Excel spreadsheet to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil.

• SAR package submission is electronic through DoD SAFE (https://safe.apps.mil/).

• Inquiries regarding the Tinker SAR Process should be submitted to the AFSC Small Business Office.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) issued by the United States Air Force for market research purposes. It aims to identify potential sources for "Spares Procurement" related to KC-135 aircraft parts, specifically for the NSN 6115-99-125-4902FL and Part Number 43329106. The government is seeking information to determine the best acquisition strategy, including whether the effort can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. This is NOT a solicitation, and requests for a solicitation will not receive a response.

• Item: Spares Procurement for KC-135 aircraft.
• Part Number: 43329106
• NSN: 6115-99-125-4902FL
• Estimated Spares Requirement: Maximum Quantity: 29ea, Maximum PR Value: $818,333.31.
• Requirement Type: New spares buy; no repair requirement.
• Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.
• NAICS Code: 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The government is interested in all business sizes.
• Technical Data: Potential sources are required to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data List (EDL) may be embedded or referenced.
• Submission: Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" to participate. Responses to this SSS should be submitted by 4/16/26 to 424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil.

This document is crucial for potential bidders interested in supplying spare parts for the KC-135 aircraft. It outlines the specific part number and NSN, estimated quantities and value, and the required technical qualifications (SAR package). Bidders must respond by the specified deadline to be considered participants in this market research effort. The information gathered will inform the government's acquisition strategy, potentially leading to a future solicitation. It also details how to obtain technical data and submit SAR packages.