Differential Gear Unit

The United States Air Force is conducting market research to identify qualified sources for the new manufacture of a Differential Gear Unit (NSN 3040‑01‑172‑0271 HS, P/N 734574) used on the F‑16 aircraft. Interested firms must be capable of providing all labor, materials, facilities, equipment, and services required for production, including component fabrication, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, shipping, supply‑chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, long‑lead‑time procurement, and mitigation of diminishing manufacturing sources. Respondents must also have a current license or agreement with Hamilton Sundstrand and be prepared to absorb any non‑recurring engineering costs associated with becoming an approved source. The Government is seeking participation from all business categories, including Small Business, SDVOSB, HUBZone, Women‑Owned, 8(a), and other disadvantaged firms, under NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. This Sources‑Sought Synopsis (PR FD2030‑25‑01021) is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation; however, the information gathered will determine the acquisition strategy and potential small‑business set‑aside. Interested parties should submit license/agreement documentation and indicate interest via the “Add Me to Interested Vendors” button and direct any questions to 422.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil.

Notice ID

5fe426f5bd624b9388962832a480ad62

Solicitation Number

FD20302501021

NAICS Code

336413

Classification Code

3040