Combined Request for Information and Synopsis

This notice serves as a combined Request for Information and Synopsis aimed at conducting market research to identify if alternative sources or commercial items can fulfill the agency's requirements for a specific part, the GOVERNOR, PUM PRESS (NSN 4320-01-189-1409YP, P/N 366870-9). The objective is to enhance competition, facilitate small business access to acquisition opportunities, and determine potential subcontracting avenues. The Government emphasizes that this announcement is not a Request for Proposal or a binding commitment to award a contract, and no payment will be made for submitted information. The estimated quantity is 14 units with a targeted delivery schedule of 10 months after receipt of order, and the procurement will follow a non-set-aside approach due to the specialized nature of the item and limited sources. The solicitation will be managed by DLA Aviation at Hill Air Force Base in Utah, with Rocky Tello as the primary point of contact. Due to intellectual property constraints and the unavailability of specifications or data rights from other suppliers, the Government has indicated that only one or a limited number of sources are capable of meeting the agency’s requirements. Consequently, it is uneconomical to seek alternate solutions, including reverse engineering. While the acquisition will not use commercial item acquisition procedures, interested parties, including small businesses seeking subcontracting opportunities, are encouraged to express capability or interest within 30 days. The procurement is subject to Free Trade Agreements but restricts foreign participation at the prime contractor level. All proposals should be submitted in English and priced in U.S. dollars.