66 -- Control, Gyroscope

The Air Force has issued a notice under FAR 9.2 and Public Law 98.525 establishing Qualification Requirements for companies interested in manufacturing aerospace items similar in fit, form, function, and manufacturing processes to specified components. This qualification process is a source approval mechanism to verify a company's capability to produce the items listed rather than an indication of an imminent purchase or availability of drawings and specifications. Specifically, this notice pertains to a Control Gyroscope identified by NSN 6615-01-442-1421 and part number 2586333-3E, with Honeywell as the original equipment manufacturer. Interested companies must submit written requests for further information through designated channels, as telephonic inquiries are not permitted, and public release of data is generally restricted. This sources-sought notice, posted on March 22, 2002, does not detail set-asides, NAICS codes, or specific agency information, and no location data about the place of performance is provided. Requests for qualification data must be directed in writing to the Small Business Office at Tinker Air Force Base. The process is intended to gather qualified sources capable of meeting aerospace manufacturing standards for the Control Gyroscope, ensuring that potential suppliers can demonstrate adherence to required standards before any procurement activity occurs.