28 -- HPC 1-2 Spool

The Air Force has issued a notice under FAR 9.2 establishing Qualification Requirements (QRs) for companies interested in repairing or overhauling specific High-Pressure Compressor (HPC) 1-2 Spool parts identified by their National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and Part Numbers (PNs). This announcement is intended to inform potential contractors that they must undergo a source approval process to be considered qualified for future repair or overhaul work, although there is no current plan or possession of necessary technical data for these actions. Companies interested in obtaining the detailed Qualification Requirements must submit a written request directly to the Small Business Office at Tinker Air Force Base, with strict instructions that requests must be in writing and no phone requests will be accepted. This notice specifically targets the repair/overhaul of three NSNs with associated PNs for HPC 1-2 Spool components. It is not a solicitation or request for proposal, and no contract award or expected response dates have been indicated. The document serves as a preliminary step to identify qualified sources ahead of potential future needs. The provided contact information and process ensure that the Air Force can carefully control the flow of sensitive information and maintain a qualified pool of contractors ready to support maintenance requirements when necessary.