SSS for E-3 Storage Battery

SOL #: FA8117-26-SS-0025Sources 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

1
Posted
May 11, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 11, 2026, 5:00 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 is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential sources for the repair, test, preservation, and packaging of E-3 Storage Batteries (Part Number S282T005-1, NSN 6140-01-661-9969). This effort aims to determine if the requirement can be competitive or designated as a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by June 11, 2026.

Scope of Work

The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, material, facilities, and equipment to accomplish the repair, test, preservation, packaging, and return of completely serviceable E-3 Storage Batteries to the government. Key responsibilities include supply chain management, logistics, parts forecasting (including long-lead items), reparable forecasting, addressing obsolescence issues, and ensuring timely delivery of completed assets. The estimated repair requirement is for 4 units (BASIC) with four additional options of 4 units each (OPT 1-4).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Published: May 11, 2026
  • Response Due: June 11, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
  • Set-Aside: None specified; market research is being conducted to determine potential for competitive or Small Business Set-Aside. All business sizes are encouraged to respond.
  • Product Service Code: J016 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories
  • Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK, United States

Technical Requirements & Source Approval

Potential sources must be capable of independently acquiring all necessary technical data, as the government does not possess associated technical data to provide. This includes Technical Orders (TOs) and Engineering Drawings. Information on obtaining these is available through the Tinker AFB Public Sales Office, with specific forms (e.g., VER_9_1_PubSalesForm_Rev9_20240802.xlsx for drawings, TO PUBLIC SALES FACT SHEET for TOs) detailing the request process, required documentation (such as DD Form 2345), and associated fees. Furthermore, interested sources must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item (RQR-848, Revision 1). The AFSC Small Business Office handles SAR process inquiries.

Submission & Evaluation

This is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Interested vendors should select the "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" button on SAM.gov. Additionally, Part I business information, including company details, NAICS code, business size classifications, and ownership information, must be submitted to the contact email provided in the SSS. Responses will be used to assess industry capabilities and determine the appropriate acquisition strategy.

Contact Information

People

Points of Contact

Aczavius SmithPRIMARY
Nathan R. SholundSECONDARY

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