Structural Panel
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 is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis for the Spares Procurement of a specific Structural Panel, NSN: 1560-01-274-9594 EK, P/N: L2104776-001. This requirement is for an estimated 252,070.02 units, with an estimated value of $35,793,942.84. The government is seeking to identify potential sources to determine the best acquisition strategy. Responses are due May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for a new spares buy of the specified Structural Panel, not a repair requirement. The place of performance is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA. The Product Service Code is 1560 (Airframe Structural Components).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Size Standard: 1,250 employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage). All business sizes, including Large, Small, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Businesses, are encouraged to respond.
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 05:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 8, 2026
Submission Requirements
Potential sources must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data List (EDL) are referenced. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email. Inquiries regarding the SAR process should be directed to the AFSC Small Business Office, and SAR packages must be submitted via DoD SAFE. Interested vendors must also select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on the SAM.gov opportunity page and provide business information as detailed in Part I of the document.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No contract will be awarded based on this market research, and no funds are available for the information solicited. The government will use responses to determine potential competition and small business set-asides for future acquisition.