Transmitter, Rate of

SOL #: FD2030-22-01369Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Engine Instruments (6620)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jan 15, 2026
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Response Deadline
Jan 23, 2026, 5:59 AM

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 United States Air Force (421st Supply Chain Management Squadron), through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Oklahoma City, has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) for market research to identify potential manufacturing sources for a "Transmitter, Rate of" (Part Number: TRU631A3, NSN: 6620-01-167-0874) for the F16 aircraft. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this market research. Responses are due by January 23, 2026.

Scope of Work

The Air Force is seeking capabilities for the manufacture, repair, test, preservation, packaging, and return of serviceable units of the specified transmitter. Contractor responsibilities will include supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, obsolescence management, and delivery.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential for competitive or small business set-aside)
  • Response Due: January 23, 2026, at 05:59 AM EST
  • Published: January 15, 2026

Evaluation

Responses will be used for informational and planning purposes to determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability. The government is interested in responses from Large Businesses and all Small Business types (8(a)s, SDVOSBs, Hubzones, WOSBs).

Additional Notes

This acquisition is controlled by Qualified Products List (QPL) procedures, limiting competition to QPL-listed or qualified sources. The proposed NAICS code is 336413 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Interested parties must submit a Sources Sought Advisory (SAR) and provide comprehensive company details, teaming arrangements, past performance, OEM license information, and any recommendations. Submissions should be emailed to 430scms.afmc.rfiresponses@us.af.mil with the PR number (FD2030-22-01369) in the subject line.

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