NSN2925-01-503-4386RV_GasTurbineSparkIgniter_TF33_PN9045600-20_FD2030-25-00684
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 421st Supply Chain Management Squadron (SCMS), under the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Oklahoma City, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis for the new manufacture of Gas Turbine Spark Igniters (NSN: 2925015034386RV, P/N: 9045600-20) for the TF33 engine. This market research aims to identify potential sources and determine if the requirement can be competitively sourced or set aside for small businesses. Responses are requested by February 25, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought is for market research only and is not a solicitation for proposals or an award of a contract. The government is seeking to identify qualified sources capable of manufacturing the specified Gas Turbine Spark Igniter. The estimated spares requirement is for delivery by December 31, 2026. This requirement is for new spares procurement and does not include repair services.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
Potential sources will be responsible for the new manufacture of the Gas Turbine Spark Igniter. This includes:
- Procurement and manufacture of component parts.
- Inspection, testing, preservation, packaging, and shipping.
- Supply chain management, logistics planning, and forecasting production requirements.
- Managing diminishing manufacturing sources.
- Shipping serviceable assets.
- Sources may incur nonrecurring engineering costs to become an approved source.
Submission & Source Approval
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov to participate. Responses are due by February 25, 2026.
- Source Approval Request (SAR): Potential sources wishing to be qualified are required to complete a SAR package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. QRs and an Engineering Data List (EDL), if applicable, are attached to the notice.
- Technical Data: 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 the specified workflow email address.
- SAR Submission: Electronic submission via DoD SAFE.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
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 Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The NAICS Code is 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,500 employees. The government is assessing potential set-aside options.
Timeline & Contact
- Published Date: February 18, 2026
- Response Due: February 25, 2026
- Primary Contact: 421SCMSRequirements via email at 421SCMS.Requirements.workflow@us.af.mil.
- For SAR process questions, contact the AFSC Small Business Office.