Unload Unit Checking Fixture

The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Air Force intends to award a contract with one (1) basic period plus three (3) ordering periods for the manufacturing of Unload Unit Check Fixtures NSN 4920-00-003-0769. The Unload Unit Checking Fixture (UUCF) (P/N 117D2174) NSN 4920-00-003-0769 is a go/no go gauge capable of providing accurate reading for the alignment for F15C and D main gun. The UUCF is used to mount to the gun unload unit, check for proper unit-gun timing during installation procedures, and must meet the technical requirements in accordance with the Technical drawing package (TDP). The US Air Force owns the complete TDP for this item and is currently seeking to have this item manufactured by qualified contractor(s). There are a few items identified in the TDP such as the case, latches etc., that are commercially available or may no longer be available. It is advised that all interested participants thoroughly review the TDP to ensure they can source required material. Vendor manufacturing this item will be able to find suitable replacement as these are common hardware items that will need to be accepted by engineering at Robins AFB. The TDP IS fully sufficient to manufacture the UUCF. The projected Unload Unit Check Fixture buy is a Best Estimated Quantities (BEQ) of 1-22 EA during the four (4) year ordering periods is as follows. Ordering period 1 (Basic) Quantity: BEQ 1-10 Ordering period 2 Quantity: BEQ 0-4 Ordering period 3 Quantity: BEQ 0-4 Ordering period 4 Quantity: BEQ 0-4 A First Article must be manufactured tested and first article test report performed by the contractor during ordering period One (1). Service requirements for this item may be performed by the contractor during option years/ordering periods, or by the Air Force depending on the different needs. The TDP will not be provided during the 15 day pre-solicitation period. The TDP will be available during the solicitation period and will only be provided by secure transmission upon request. *ADDED* Vendors requesting the TDP must provide approved/signed DD Form 2345. Responsible sources may submit a capability proposal. In accordance with AFI16.201, Foreign participation is not permitted at the prime level. The official solicitation/request for proposal date is estimated to be 15 calendar days after the publication of this pre-solicitation and will be open for a minimum of 30 calendar days. Potential offerors should contact the buyer/PCO for additional information and/or to communicate any concerns pertaining to this acquisition.