Stepping Motors - APX-103 -Procurement
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the Warner Robins Air Logistic Center (ALC) at Robins AFB, GA, intends to issue a sole source solicitation for the procurement of five (5) new manufactured APX-103 Stepping Motors. The Government plans to solicit Northrop Grumman (CAGE: 8KM63) directly, citing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for other than full and open competition. This is a presolicitation notice, and the official Request for Quote (RFQ), FA8539-26-Q-00002, is anticipated to be issued around April 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of five (5) new manufactured APX-103 Stepping Motors. The relevant National Stock Number (NSN) is 6105-01-495-4060-CX and the Part Number is 667-60004. The purpose is to acquire these specific stepping motors for the Air Force.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source)
- Anticipated RFQ Issuance: April 29, 2026
- Response Date for Statements of Capabilities: April 28, 2026 (19:00 UTC)
- Product Service Code: 6105 (Motors, Electrical)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Contracting Office DODAAC: FA8539; AFSC/PZABA
- Foreign Participation: No restrictions
Additional Notes
This synopsis is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a commitment by the Government or a Request for Quote/Proposal. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement may submit a Statement of Capabilities (SOC) via email to the listed contacts by the response date. The Government will use these submissions to determine if other sources exist. An Ombudsman, Ms. Nicole Furlough (nicole.furlough@us.af.mil), is available for serious concerns not resolved through established channels, but should not be contacted for solicitation or information requests.
Contacts for SOC Submission:
- Contracting Buyer: Genell Wright (genell.wright.1@us.af.mil)
- Contracting Officer: Reid Sawyer (reid.sawyer@us.af.mil)
- Program Manager: Ashley Bowman (ashley.bowman.8@us.af.mil)