SERVOVALVE,HYDRAULI
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 (423rd SCMS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for the new manufacture of 100 SERVOVALVE, HYDRAULIC units (NSN: 1650-00-960-5707, P/N: 6U6009-1) for the T-38 platform. This effort aims to determine if the requirement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. Responses are due by February 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the new manufacture of the specified item, not repair. Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment, including procurement, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Additional responsibilities may encompass supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources, material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Estimated Requirement: 100 units
- Set-Aside: Market research for all business sizes (Large, Small, SDB, 8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone, WOSB)
- Submission Deadline: February 5, 2026
- Published Date: February 2, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" to participate. Questions should be submitted via email to 423scms.workflow@us.af.mil. Potential sources are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email using an Excel spreadsheet. Inquiries regarding the Tinker SAR Process should be directed to the AFSC Small Business Office.
Additional Notes
- This is not a solicitation, and no funds are available for this market research effort.
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.
- Federal Stock Class: 1650 (Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum And De Icing System Components).
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- The government will consider breaking the requirement out by airframe.