Repair of C130 Power Supply

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, "Repair/Remanufacture Qualification Requirements for Commodity Critical Safety and Critical Application Items" (RQR-848, Revision 1), outlines the minimum technical requirements for potential sources seeking Engineering Support Activity (ESA) source approval to repair or remanufacture Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) commodity items. The goal is to ensure Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness (OSS&E) for these critical items.

• Potential sources must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package.

• SAR packages can be submitted physically, electronically, or as a combination.

• Submissions must be in English.

• Financial data must be redacted from all documents.

• Three categories of SAR submissions are accepted: Category I (Actual Item Repair), Category II (Similar Item Repair), and Category III (New Repair/Remanufacture).

• Specific elements required for each SAR category are detailed in Table 1 and Appendix E.

• Approved sources must notify the ESA of any changes to ownership, address, process sequence, parameters, sub-tier suppliers, or quality deficiencies.

• The document specifies requirements for repair or remanufacture, with the level of effort determined by applicable technical data and contract documents.

• Loss of qualification approval is possible under conditions specified in FAR Part 9.207.

• SAR packages are submitted to the AFSC Small Business Office (SBO).

• For active solicitations, the solicitation number, PCO, and office symbol must be identified.

• The ESA evaluates SAR packages.

• Potential sources are given 5 working days to provide missing or discrepant data.

• If a package meets requirements, the ESA approves the source and updates the approved source list. If not, reasons for disapproval are documented.

• If the subject item is under active solicitation, the PCO will be notified of approval or disapproval.

• Not explicitly detailed in the provided sections, but the process is for "potential sources" seeking "source approval."

• This document is Revision 1, dated 7 June 2017.

• It references various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses.

• Appendices provide glossaries, definitions, significant industrial processes, SAR element descriptors, and contact information.

Sources Sought / Market Research

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is issued by the U.S. Air Force (422nd SCMS) to conduct market research for the repair of C-130 Power Supplies. The government is seeking to identify potential sources and determine if the requirement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this market research. No funds are available for the information requested.

• Repair, test, preservation, packaging, and return of serviceable units.

• Contractor responsibilities include supply chain management, logistics, forecasting of parts, long-lead parts procurement, reparable forecasting, obsolescence issues, and delivery of completed assets.

• Specific Part Numbers and NSNs requiring repair:

  • 8KE163AAA1 / 6130-01-598-1193
  • 8TJ95GAA4 / 6130-01-328-4653
  • 8KE163BAA1 / 6130-01-497-5713

• Estimated Repair Requirements are provided for each part number, including a "BASIC" quantity and "OPT 1" through "OPT 8" quantities.

• The government does not have associated technical data to provide.

• Technical Orders (TOs) applicable to this synopsis are referenced.

• Repair Data List (RDL) or List of TOs may be available in attachments.

• Potential sources may need to independently acquire necessary technical data.

• Interested sources must select the "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" button.

• Responses to this SSS should include Part I Business Information as detailed in the document.

• Submit Part I Business Information to the contact email provided: 422scms.rfi.responses@us.af.mil

• Questions regarding the Tinker SAR Process should be submitted to the AFSC Small Business Office.

• SAR Package submission is electronic via DoD SAFE.

• The government is interested in all business sizes, including Large Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses.

• Potential sources are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package if applicable.

• There is no solicitation available at this time.

• Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response.

• Oral submissions are not acceptable.

• Do not contact the originator of this post with questions; send questions to the provided email.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Request for Engineering Drawings" form (VER 9.1). It is used by companies to request specific engineering drawings from the government. A fee is associated with this request.

• Administrative and Research Fee: $30.00 per line of data furnished, with a minimum fee of $150.00 per request.
• Line Limit: A maximum of 15 lines of data will be processed per request.
• Required Information: The form requires details such as Company Name, Requestor Name, Date, Email Address, Company Address, Phone Number, CAGE Code, and Certification Number (DD Form 2345).
• Intended Use of Data: A field to specify the purpose for which the data is needed.
• Drawing Details: A table to list up to 15 requested drawings, including Drawing Number, Cage Code, Description, NSN, and Weapon System.
• Submission: Completed forms must be returned with a valid DD2345 to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil.

Bidders who require engineering drawings for this opportunity must complete and submit this form. They should be aware of the associated fees, the line limit per request, and the requirement for a valid DD2345. Failure to provide complete information may result in the request being returned.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This fact sheet provides guidance on requesting Technical Orders (TOs) from the Public Sales Office at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma. It outlines the procedures and requirements for obtaining TOs that support various types of government contracts and solicitations.

• Centralized Source: Tinker AFB Public Sales Office handles TO requests for Tinker, Robins, & Hill AFB.
• Request Submission: Specific email addresses and forms (e.g., AFTO Form 43, DD Form 2345) are required depending on the purpose of the TO request (e.g., supporting a solicitation, existing contract, FMS contract, unsolicited bid, RFI).
• Required Information for Unsolicited Bids/RFIs/Public Sales:
  • Current, signed DD Form 2345.
  • Company letterhead request, signed by company president, including:
    • Current date
    • Phone number
    • Email address
    • Point of contact
    • Company background
    • Clear reason/justification for the request
    • Specific intended use of the data
    • Complete list of TO Numbers (part numbers and NSNs are not acceptable).
• Fees: $65.00 per approved TO, plus shipping costs ($0.12/page for paper, $1.00/CD).
• Processing Time: Allow 30 calendar days for request status.

This document is crucial for bidders who require Technical Orders (TOs) to support a solicitation or an existing contract. It details the exact process, required documentation (including DD Form 2345 and company letterhead requests), associated fees, and expected processing times for obtaining these technical data packages. Bidders must follow these instructions precisely to ensure they receive the necessary TOs in a timely manner for proposal preparation or contract performance.