Repair of the E-3 Temperature Indicator

SOL #: FA8117-26-SS-0014Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8117 AFSC PZABA
TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, United States

Place of Performance

S Coffeyville, OK

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories (J016)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 2, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Mar 3, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 (422nd SCMS) is conducting Sources Sought market research to identify qualified sources for the repair of E-3 Temperature Indicators (P/N: 521396, NSN: 6685-01-009-0433). This is not a solicitation, but aims to determine if the requirement can be competitive or a Small Business Set-Aside. Part I Business Information is due by February 23, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, material, facilities, and equipment necessary to accomplish the repair, test, preservation, packaging, and return of serviceable units. Key responsibilities include supply chain management, logistics, parts forecasting (including long-lead items), reparable forecasting, and addressing obsolescence issues. The estimated repair requirement is for 2 units (BASIC) plus 9 options of 2 units each, totaling up to 20 units.

Technical Requirements & Source Approval

The government will NOT provide associated technical data; potential sources must independently acquire necessary technical data. Interested sources are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) document (RQR-848 Current.pdf). This document outlines the minimum technical requirements for ESA source approval to repair or remanufacture Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) commodity items, ensuring Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness (OSS&E).

Submission & Deadlines

  • Part I Business Information Due: February 23, 2026, to 422scms.rfi.responses@us.af.mil.
  • Overall SAM.gov Response Date: March 3, 2026.
  • Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov.
  • SAR packages are to be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE.
  • Questions regarding the Tinker SAR Process should be directed to the AFSC Small Business Office.

Eligibility

This market research is open to 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. The applicable NAICS Code is 336413 with a size standard of 1250 employees.

Additional Notes

This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No funds are available for information solicited. Procedures for requesting Technical Orders (TOs) and engineering drawings are available, with associated fees and processing times.

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Posted: Feb 2, 2026
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