Scoop, Aircraft
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, through DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK, is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort for the procurement of Aircraft Scoop spares (Part Number L5346507-001, NSN 1560-01-239-9972 EK). This is to identify potential sources for manufacturing new spares, not repair, and to determine the best acquisition strategy, including the possibility of a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the manufacture of new aircraft spares, specifically Part Number L5346507-001, NSN 1560-01-239-9972 EK. The estimated maximum quantity is 135 units, with an approximate value of $1,788,943.05. The anticipated place of performance is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA. This is not a repair requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Synopsis (Market Research)
- Potential Set-Aside: Small Business Set-Aside (to be determined based on market research)
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The government is interested in responses from all business sizes.
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 05:00 PM ET
- Published: March 6, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested sources must express interest by selecting "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov. Potential sources are required to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package to demonstrate technical capability. Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data List (EDL) are referenced as attached or available. SAR packages must be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE. Questions regarding this Sources Sought notice should be directed to 424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future contract award. The information gathered will inform the government's acquisition strategy.