47 -- Manifold Assembly

The Air Force has issued a notice under FAR 9.2 announcing the establishment of Qualification Requirements (QRs) for manufacturers seeking source approval for several specific items, including a manifold assembly and tube assemblies identified by their National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and part numbers. This notice serves to inform potential manufacturers that while the Air Force is not currently planning to purchase these items, companies interested in producing them must complete a source approval process to be qualified suppliers. Interested parties can obtain the Qualification Requirements by submitting a formal written request directly to the Small Business Office at Tinker AFB; requests must be written and are not accepted by telephone. This is not a solicitation or request for proposal but a notice to identify qualified sources. The manufacturer qualification process includes access to drawings and technical orders as outlined in the source approval information booklet. No specific dates for issue or response are provided, and no preferences or set-asides are specified within the notice. The document primarily facilitates readiness for future procurement by establishing a roster of approved manufacturers for the referenced components.