VALVE,REGULATING,FL

The United States Air Force is conducting market research (Sources‑Sought) to identify qualified vendors—particularly small businesses, including SDVOSBs, HUBZone, WOSB, 8(a), and other disadvantaged firms—that can manufacture, test, package, and ship the regulated flight‑level valve (NSN 4820‑00‑8604‑396 YQ, Part No. 114500‑111) used on B‑52 and KC‑135 aircraft. Potential contractors must be capable of providing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for new production, including component fabrication, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, logistics planning, supply‑chain management, long‑lead‑time procurement, and resolution of material‑shortage issues. Vendors must already hold a current license or agreement with the OEM, TransDigm Inc., and may be required to incur non‑recurring engineering costs to become an approved source. Unit pricing will be set at award. This effort is not a solicitation; no contract is guaranteed. The Government seeks to gauge small‑business interest to determine if a Small Business Set‑Aside is feasible and to shape the acquisition strategy. Responses are voluntary and will not preclude participation in any future solicitation. Interested parties should indicate interest via the “Add Me to Interested Vendors” button and direct any questions to 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil. The estimated solicitation release is February 2025 with a response deadline of 17 Feb 2025.

Notice ID

615c45c066ea4cd681b0bc854f19b708

Solicitation Number

FD20302501086

NAICS Code

336413

Classification Code

4820