Noun_Control Box, Electric_Application_F-15_NSN_1660-01-196-5999_Part_Number_11217-2
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, through the 422nd Supply Chain Management Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential manufacturing sources for a Control Box, Electric (NSN: 1660-01-196-5999, P/N: 11217-2) for the F-15 aircraft. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this market research. Responses are due by May 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government seeks sources capable of manufacturing, testing, preserving, and packaging 22 units of the specified Control Box, Electric. This includes providing all required labor, material, facilities, and equipment. Contractors will also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, reparable forecasting, and addressing obsolescence issues. This is for a new spares buy and does not include a repair requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research for all business sizes)
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: April 28, 2026
Eligibility & Technical Data
Potential sources must either possess a current licensing agreement with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or have manufactured the subject or similar item for the OEM or Department of Defense within the past 36 months. The government does not have associated technical data available for distribution. Interested parties must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval determination to the Oklahoma City Small Business Office. The government is interested in responses from all business sizes, including Large Business, Small Business, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Hubzone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should respond in writing, identifying their small business status, anticipated teaming arrangements (if any), and a description of similar services provided in the last three years. Crucially, responses must include details of the ability to provide a copy of the OEM's manufacturing data or an OEM licensee agreement. Submissions should be emailed to 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil, including the Purchase Request Number FD2030-24-02016 in the subject line. Additional required information includes company details (name, address, CAGE, DUNS, POC, phone, email, web URL) and any recommendations or concerns.