28 -- Comb Case, OuterRR

The contract outlines qualification requirements established by Engineering for a specific item identified as the Outer Rear Combustion Case (Comb Case, Outer RR) for the F100 engine. These requirements, known as MQR-1, are mandated for all models and series of F100 engine items deemed Critical Safety Items by the Cognizant Engineering Authority, excluding Flight Safety Critical Parts. Authorization for manufacturing qualification by part number must come from signed documentation by the head or designee of the Cognizant Engineering Authority. Previously approved items under earlier MQR-1 revisions remain valid unless superseded by newer approved documents. This solicitation, posted in December 2006, is classified as a sources-sought notice under NAICS code 336412, serving primarily to gather information rather than a formal request for proposal. Interested parties seeking a copy of the Qualification Requirements must submit a written request directly to the Small Business Office at Tinker AFB, with no telephone inquiries accepted. The contract includes the National Stock Number 2840-00-435-6872 and part number 438661, specifically for the Outer Rear Combustion Case applicable to the F-100 engine.