59 -- Switch Pressure

This contract pertains to the qualification requirements for a critical and complex component, specifically a pressure switch with NSN 5930-01-211-7778HS and part number 725666, originally designed by Hamilton Sundstrand. Due to the item’s complexity, only actual manufacturers who have successfully completed all testing mandated by the original design authority or government-recognized equivalent testing can be considered approved sources. Interested parties must submit a written request to the Small Business Office at OC-ALC to obtain the Qualification Requirements documentation; no telephone requests are accepted, and requests must be made directly by the party seeking the information. This is a sources-sought announcement rather than a request for proposal, indicating the government’s intent to identify potential qualified manufacturers rather than directly solicit bids. The posting date was February 11, 2003, and no additional information regarding solicitation numbers, set-aside status, or specific agency details was provided. The contract focuses on sourcing qualified suppliers for the pressure switch, underscoring the importance of proven manufacturing and testing experience due to the critical nature of the component.