16 -- Oxygen Regulator

The Air Force has issued a sources-sought notice to establish Qualification Requirements for the overhaul of an Oxygen Regulator (NSN 1660-01-391-4738, PN 14950-43) used on C-17 and C-130 aircraft to supply breathing oxygen to crew members. This notice, issued under FAR 9.2 and Public Law 98.525, is not a solicitation or request for proposal but serves to inform potential overhaul sources about the qualifications needed to participate. Interested parties must refer to a downloadable booklet available on the Small Business Office website at Tinker AFB, which details the Qualification Requirements and source approval process, specifically outlined on pages 4 and 5 of the booklet. Overhaul sources that have produced the actual item or similar products will be considered for qualification. Interested entities are invited to submit written requests for the Qualification Requirements to the Small Business Office at Tinker Air Force Base via mail, fax, or email, with telephone requests not accepted. This effort is intended to identify and approve qualified sources capable of performing the overhaul, ensuring aircrew safety through properly maintained oxygen regulators.