28 -- Stage 1 Fan StatorInner Seal

The Air Force has announced Qualification Requirements for manufacturers interested in producing the Stage 1 Fan Stator Inner Seal, identified by NSN 2840-00-150-7996NY and part number 9651M96P07. This notice serves as a source approval process rather than a solicitation for immediate procurement, allowing companies to become qualified suppliers for this item. Interested parties must submit written requests for the Qualification Requirements documentation directly to the Small Business Office at Tinker Air Force Base via mail, fax, or email, with no telephone inquiries accepted. Drawings and technical orders can be requested in accordance with the source approval information booklet. This announcement clarifies that no proposals or bids are being solicited at this time, and there is no set issue or response date for this qualification process. The synopsis aligns with FAR 9.2, emphasizing the need for source approval to ensure suppliers meet the necessary standards before any potential future purchases. The contract information references a sources-sought notice dated June 20, 2003, but does not specify agency details, place of performance, or set-aside status. The primary objective is to establish a pool of qualified manufacturers for the specified fan stator component within the Air Force’s supply chain.