28 -- Case, Compressor, Air

This contract pertains to the procurement of a highly specialized and critical component, the Case, Compressor, Air, designated with NSN 2840-01-311-9046PR and part number 9528M23G13, intended for the F110-129 engine and primarily supplied by General Electric. Due to the component's complexity and criticality, only original manufacturers or those who have successfully completed all requisite testing on comparable parts, as determined by the government, are eligible to be considered approved sources. Qualification requirements are detailed in the OC-ALC Source Approval Information Booklet, and interested manufacturers can obtain the Qualification Requirements by submitting a formal written request directly to the Small Business Office at Tinker AFB. Requests for drawings and technical orders are also governed by this booklet. This solicitation is a sources-sought notice rather than a request for proposal, meaning it is primarily intended to identify capable and qualified manufacturers for future procurement opportunities rather than to award a contract at this stage. The relevant NAICS code for this item is 336412, aligning with aircraft engine and engine parts manufacturing. No telephone requests will be accepted for qualification documents, and all communications must be in writing and addressed directly to the requestor to be considered valid. Key data such as place of performance, specific agency details, and point of contact have not been designated, indicating the preliminary and exploratory nature of this notice.