28 -- Housing, Gearbox, Tur

This contract outlines specific qualification requirements for manufacturers seeking approval to supply a gearbox housing component designated by NSN 2840-01-541-2442JF and part number 9961M86G08, primarily used by General Electric. Due to the complexity and critical nature of the part, only original manufacturers who have successfully completed all requisite testing by the original design authority, or those who have passed equivalent rigorous testing on similar items as determined by the government, are eligible sources. Requests for qualification requirements must be submitted in writing directly to The Small Business Office at OC-ALC, with strict instructions precluding phone requests and requiring that requests be made personally by the interested party. The solicitation is a sources-sought notice posted in September 2007 with no proposed issue or response dates, indicating it is not a request for proposal but a market survey to identify qualified sources. The applicable NAICS code is 336412, which pertains to aerospace product and parts manufacturing. No set-aside type or preferences are indicated. The contracting entity is associated with OC-ALC at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, but specific agency or office contacts are not detailed. The contract’s emphasis is on ensuring only highly qualified, proven manufacturers supply this critical aerospace component.