28 -- ACTUATOR, ELECTRICAL-MECH

This contract pertains to the procurement of an electrical-mechanical actuator specifically designed for application on the C-130 aircraft, identified by NSN 1680-01-329-7411RK and part number 695807-3. Due to the part's complexity and critical function, qualification requirements are stringent, allowing only original manufacturers who have completed all necessary testing as required by the design authority to be considered approved sources. These requirements are detailed in the OC-ALC Source Approval Information Booklet, which potential suppliers can request in writing from the Small Business Office at Tinker AFB. This solicitation is a sources-sought notice rather than a formal request for proposal, indicating that it serves to identify capable manufacturers who meet the rigorous qualifications. The prime contractor currently associated with the item is Telair International Corporation. Interested parties must submit written requests for qualification requirements by mail, fax, or email, with no telephone requests accepted, and only requests directly from the interested entity will be honored. The contract references the NAICS code 336412, which relates to aircraft manufacturing, emphasizing the specialized nature of this procurement. No specific issue or response dates are provided.