FD2030-26-00834
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 421st SCMS, Supply Chain Management Squadron, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential sources for the procurement and manufacture of "CASE, DIFFUSER, AIRCR" (NSN 2840-01-176-9156OK, Part Number 6029T59G02). This effort aims to determine the competitiveness of the market and potential for a Small Business Set-Aside. This is a new spares buy, with an estimated requirement completion date of December 31, 2026. Responses are requested by February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This market research focuses on identifying capabilities for the procurement, manufacture, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping of the specified aircraft component. Potential responsibilities for interested sources may include comprehensive supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, managing long-lead time parts procurement, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues. This requirement is strictly for new spares and does not involve repair services.
Submission & Eligibility
The government is interested in responses from all potential sources, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Hubzone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The applicable NAICS Code is 336412. Interested parties must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov. To be considered qualified, potential sources are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as detailed in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item.
Technical Data & Source Approval
Qualification Requirements (QRs) and an Engineering Data List (EDL), if applicable, are attached to the original posting. Further official synopsis of QRs can be found by searching "MQR-PSD-1" on www.sam.gov. Government-provided data is annotated on the EDL; if no EDL is provided, sources must independently acquire necessary technical data. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via an Excel spreadsheet to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR packages must be submitted electronically through DoD SAFE. Inquiries regarding the Tinker SAR Process should be directed to the AFSC Small Business Office.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Response Due Date: February 6, 2026
- Opportunity Published: March 2, 2026 (SSS document posted January 7, 2026)
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA
- Issuing Office: DLA AVIATION OKLAHOMA CITY (Notice published by), 421st SCMS, Supply Chain Management Squadron (Market Research conducted by)