Pre-Solicitation Notice - Field Tester, PBG Oxygen Regulator
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 Department of the Air Force, AFSC/PZABC (Tinker Air Force Base), has issued a pre-solicitation notice for a sole-source requirement for a Field Tester, PBG Oxygen Regulator. This acquisition, under anticipated solicitation FA8119-26-Q-0003, is intended for Eaton Company as the only responsible source. This notice is not an official solicitation but a synopsis for market awareness.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Field Tester, PBG Oxygen Regulator, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 4920016966577BO and part number 3300223-6004. The scope encompasses all management, personnel, supervision, materiel, tools, equipment, and transportation necessary to provide this material. The acquisition requires adherence to OEM product specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation for a Sole-Source acquisition (anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price contract using RFO procedures under FAR Part 13).
- OEM: Eaton Company
- Set-Aside: None (due to the sole-source nature with a large business).
- Notice Response Date: April 24, 2026, 8:00 PM ET (for comments/questions on the pre-solicitation).
- Published: April 3, 2026
- Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK
Additional Notes
This pre-solicitation serves as a synopsis for a sole-source requirement in accordance with FAR 6.103-1 – 10 USC 3204(a)(1), Only One Responsible Source. The Government will not furnish a technical data package as they do not own the technical data for the spares. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be posted on SAM.gov when available, and the anticipated award date is pending.