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Product/Service Market Research Report Page of Updated: 19 Jul 16 Section A: General Contract Information Contracting Activity/Organization:

Purchase Request/Identification Number:

Project/Program Name:

Estimated Contract Cost (Include Options):

Report Date:

Projected Period of Performance:

Market Research Start Date:

NAICS:

Market Research End Date:

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Section B: Product or Service Description Section C: Background Section D: Performance Requirements Section E: Vendor Survey I. General Discussion II. Process Information: (Identify the number of sources contacted in each category.)

Large Business Educational Institution Non-Profit Government Entity Other III. Vendor Information Name

CAGE/DUNS

Socioeconomic Status Location Point of Contact Vendor Capabilities:

Vendor Past Performance:

Section F: Product Data Section G: Environmental Impact Considerations and Certification Requirements Section H: Commercial Opportunities Section I: Industry Standards, Commercial Business Practices Section J: Technology Trends & Technology Insertion Opportunities Section K: Small Business Opportunities Section L: Terms and Conditions Section M: Government's Presence/Leverage In the Market Section N: Conclusions and Recommendations Section O: Market Research Techniques Used I. Methods Internet Searches Sources Sought Industry Days Request for Information (RFI) FedBizOpps One-on-One Industry Sessions Trade Journals/Shows Government Contacts (SME in specific Markets, Other People with experience with this product/service) Conducting Site Visits Contacting known source of products or services Government Databases (FPDS-NG, FAPISS, PPIRS, CPS, GSA, SBA Databases etc...)

Reviewed results of recent market research on similar or identical requirements Draft Solicitation or Statement of Work Obtaining Source Lists Contacted Small Business Office II. Describe the details regarding the various methods indicated above that were used to arrive at the market research findings.

Section P: Market Research Approval The above market research documentation is complete and accurate and represents an appropriate level of review for the complexity of the requirement.

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Prior market research revealed repair of this item has not been awarded on a commercial contract. This acquisition is a sole-source effort with the actual manufacturer for this item. This market condition has existed since this item was initially fielded.

Previous Contract: The Boeing Company Contract Number: FA811715D0030 Date of Award: 30 Sep 15 Completion Date: 29 Mar 21 Basis of Award: Sole-source TextField1: These items require effective process control and the need for maintaining strict adherence to process parameter values and shop practices that optimize material structure and mechanical properties. Effectiveness is a function of quality of both equipment and tooling, shop practices, manufacturing techniques, knowledge of process-material interrelationships, and quality assurance imposed by industry standard surveillance. Unfortunately, the OC-ALC lacks the expertise and resources to assess these aspects in a pre-award survey and the transient nature of these aspects makes it impossible to assess with production sampling alone. Such testing is unsystematic due to time constraints.

The interrelationships between process parameters, material structure, and mechanical properties are very complex. The complexity is compounded by the fact that characteristics vital to component performance and reliability cannot be completely defined in a manner suitable for inspection purposes. Most manufacturers do not have access to such programs and do not realize the extent to which material structures can be altered and how seriously they can degrade the mechanical properties, life and reliability of a component. The OC-ALC does not possess a database to pull together all these aspects nor does it have the funding, resources, or expertise to conduct the testing required to verify the effectiveness of established process controls.

TextField1: Past contracts for these items have been sole source to The Boeing Company. Previous contracts #FA811715D0030 has a statement in the prior approved Justification and Approval (J&A) that the Government would utilize resources and manpower to remove barriers to competition on as many items as possible. On 19 Jan 2018, a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) price request was submitted to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to estimate the cost for the Government to purchase Tech Orders and/or Drawings beyond the form, fit, and function or Operations, Maintenance, Inspection, and Test Data. To date, The Boeing Company has not responded to this request. During this current procurement a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) was also conducted in an attempt to locate any competitive sources to repair, overhaul or remanufacture of this "TANK INTERFACE UNIT".

There is reasonable expectation that only Boeing will compete independently once a solicitation is posted to the Government Point of Entry.

A SSS was posted under "FA8117-19-SS-0017" on 10 Jul 19 and closed on 9 Aug 19 emphasizing the Government’s interest in all businesses to include Large Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Businesses 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Hubzone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses.

The SSS, which included the NSN, part number, and repair quantity, requested information pursuant to FAR 10 in support of market research to identify potential sources for repair of the subject. Blackhawk Management Corporation responded as an interested party. Further review of the company revealed no repair capability, only contract management services.

The Air Force team will address all security considerations, environmental considerations, safety, data rights, conflict of interest, labor laws, and site visits in the solicitation and Performance Work Statement. At this time, there are no known requirements or considerations. All Federal and State regulations will be enforced through standard contract clauses.

The Government has no technical data. The acquisition must be made from the OEM, Cage code 05HA6, and is not eligible for a small business set-aside. Small businesses interested in this type of work should contact the OEM directly for potential sub-contracting opportunities. OEMs are encouraged to utilize small business opportunities for their sub-contract work.

TextField1: The Government contracting officer will lead negotiations for any resulting contract and will address: warranty options; maintenance support; financing and discounts; marking and packaging; inspection and acceptance processes; making a fair and reasonable assessment and determination; insured/bonded/licensed requirements; and payment plans. Standard Government business practices are applicable for this requirement. Standard Government terms and conditions are applicable for this requirement. Inspection and acceptance of individual tasks work efforts will be accomplished by Government personnel.

The standard commercial warranty is considered reasonable for this effort, and no financing or maintenance support is standard in the commercial marketplace.

TextField1: The research to date is that there is very little government leverage in the marketplace in regards to buying. A quick review of Google shows that the majority of postings for this NSN is by the U.S. Government (FBO listings) and most of those were for the procurement of new spare parts. As for other market participants, we here at the USAF AFSC act as the point of contact for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) allies.

This item is in the sustainment phase of its life-cycle; trends or technological changes in the marketplace cannot be leveraged for this item without additional engineering design effort.

A search for keyword NSN 6610011710849 , P/N 077-014-001 , with "TANK INTERFACE UNIT" using NAICS CODE 336412 and 336413 was accomplished on 29 Oct 2019 with NO RESULTS.

2. NSN Now: http://nsn-now.com/login.aspx? - a search by NSN 6610011710849 and PN 077-014-001 was accomplished on 29 Oct 2019 with one result. E-mail sent to Parker-Hannifan requesting information sent 31 Oct 2019, received response 7 Nov 2019 stating company conducting research. No further response received. Follow-up e-mail sent 2 Jan 20.

3. AbilityOne: http://www.abiityone.gov - a search by NSN 6610011710849 and "TANK INTERFACE UNIT" was accomplished on 29 Oct 2019 with NO RESULTS.

4. ISO Military and Aviation Parts: a search by NSN 6610011710849 at http://www.iso-parts.com / on 16 Feb 18 revealed

NO RESULTS.

5. Thomas Registry: http://www.thomasnet.com - a search by NSN 6610011710849 and P/N 077-014-001 was accomplished on 29 Oct 2019 with NO RESULTS found.

NO RESULTS.

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