53 -- Clevis & Rod Assy

The Air Force has issued a notification under FAR 9.2 establishing Qualification Requirements (QRs) for companies interested in manufacturing the Clevis & Rod Assembly identified by NSN 5340-01-322-6118 and part number 4071216. This notice serves as an announcement for potential suppliers to undergo a source approval process, which is necessary before any procurement may occur. It is important to note that this notification is not a solicitation or a request for proposals, nor does it indicate an impending purchase of these items. Companies seeking to obtain the Qualification Requirements documentation must submit a written request directly to the Small Business Office at Tinker Air Force Base using the provided mailing address, fax, or email. Only written requests made by the requestor are accepted, and telephone inquiries are not permitted. Additional technical drawings may be requested according to the source approval information booklet. No specific response or issue dates are provided, reflecting that this is a preliminary step focused solely on source qualification rather than active contracting.