REAL/RUSB Systems
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 is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for REAL (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer) and RUSB (Reusable Universal Skid Board) systems and associated onboarding/training at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. This is for information only and is not a solicitation for proposals. Responses are due by June 24, 2026, at 9:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time.
Purpose
This Sources Sought is issued by the United States Air Force to gain knowledge of potentially qualified sources and their size classifications (small business, large business, etc.) for the specified systems and services. It is strictly for market research purposes.
Scope of Work
The requirement, as outlined in the Statement of Requirements, includes providing specific REAL/RUSB systems and related services. Key items include:
- Product # 4242S100BSbBbTbBe (QTY 5): Comprising various REAL and RUSB components (e.g., REAL06M12, REAL23M126, REAL04M06, RUSB03 1" black, RUSB07 0.5" white Base board, RUSB06 0.25" white top board, Belt).
- Product # 4Handles (QTY 5): Sets of 4 handles designed for RUSB.
- Shipping (QTY 5): For the specified products.
- Onboarding/Training (QTY 1): A 3-day onboarding and training session for first-time customers after product receipt.
Information Requested
Interested offerors capable of supporting this requirement must furnish the following:
- Company name, SAM Unique Entity ID (UEI), Cage Code, address, points of contact, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses.
- A brief description of experience in providing the specified items and services.
- Identification of business size (small or large) and socioeconomic disadvantaged category, as listed in SAM. The potential NAICS code is 336413 "Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing" with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Any other information deemed useful to the Air Force. Information packages should be clear, concise, complete, and limited to no more than 3 pages. Partial support responses will not be accepted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT
- Published: June 16, 2026
- NAICS: 336413 "Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing"
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded from this synopsis. No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with providing information. The Air Force is not obligated to provide feedback or contact companies for clarification.