28 -- Manufacturing of F100 Parts

The Air Force has issued a notification indicating that it has established Qualification Requirements (QRs) for the manufacture of specific parts identified by their National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and Part Numbers (PNs), specifically for air sealing rings associated with Pratt & Whitney engines. Companies interested in manufacturing these items must undergo a source approval process, although this notice does not imply any immediate plans by the Air Force to produce these parts or that the Air Force currently holds the necessary manufacturing data. This notification serves as an informational announcement rather than a solicitation or request for proposal. Interested parties can obtain copies of the Qualification Requirements by submitting a written request directly to the Small Business Office at Tinker Air Force Base. Phone requests are not accepted, and requests must come from the prospective manufacturer. The procurement action is categorized as a sources sought notice under the title "Manufacturing of F100 Parts," with no specified set-aside status, NAICS code, or point of contact provided. The notice was posted on February 20, 2002, and does not include specific issue or response dates.