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TLD LCU-050-USAF Polyalphaolefin (PAO) Coolant Carts

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FA8205-26-R-PAO_CARTSFederal

Submission Closed08/11/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The U.S. government is seeking information on the procurement of brand-name Teleflex Lionel-Dupont LCU-050-USAF Polyalphaolefin liquid cooling carts to support ground maintenance operations for the F-22 aircraft. This request is issued under solicitation number FA8205-26-R-PAO_CARTS and is classified as a sources-sought notice, indicating the government is gathering market research to inform future acquisition decisions rather than issuing a formal bid. Respondents are expected to address detailed questions outlined in the attached RFI document, providing insights into availability, technical specifications, delivery timelines, and any alternative solutions compatible with F-22 maintenance requirements. The solicitation is managed by the Department of Defense through the FA8205 Aflcmc Wauk office located at Hill AFB, Utah, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026. Primary contact is Bradley Tobler, with Anarebeca Chacin as the secondary point of contact for inquiries. The North American Industry Classification System code 336413 identifies the relevant industry sector for aerospace fluid systems and equipment manufacturing. No specific set-aside provisions apply to this solicitation, meaning all eligible businesses, including small and large vendors, may respond. The place of performance is not yet defined, and responses must be submitted via the provided SAM.gov link before the stated deadline.

General Info

U.S. government seeks market input on Polyalphaolefin cooling carts for F-22 maintenance via RFI, deadline August 11, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8205 Aflcmc Wauk

NAICS

336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

UT, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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RFI for TLD LCU-050-USAF PAO Coolant Carts

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PhaseClosed

PostedJul 28

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineAug 11

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

08/11/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8205 Aflcmc Wauk

Contacts2 people available

OfficeHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5116, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8205 Aflcmc Wauk

Office AddressHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5116, USA

Contacts

Bradley Tobler

contact@example.gov

Anarebeca Chacin

contact@example.gov

Full Description

This is a request for information. The Government anticipates procuring brand-name Teleflex Lionel-Dupont (TLD) LCU-050-USAF Polyalphaolefin (PAO) liquid cooling carts to support ground maintenance operations for the F-22 aircraft. Please see the attached Request for Information document labeled "Request for Information - LCU-050-USAF PAO Carts" and provide responses to the questions within the document.

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