Request for Information 14 Oct 2026 Rev02.docx

Request for Information for SLAT, AIRCRAFT LH7

CAUTION:

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of:

· NSN 1560007742115UC, SLAT, AIRCRAFT LH7 / P/N- 4J10048-120G, T.O. 1C-5M-4-5 F/24 I/35

· NSN 1560007742114UC, SLAT, AIRCRAFT RH7 / P/N- 4J10048-119G, T.O. 1C-5M-4-5 F/24 I/35 The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined. The Government’s Best Estimated Quantities for this requirement are in the table below. The requirement to procure the NSNs in the table below is not anticipated past OP5 and total are 42 including First Articles.

Best Estimated Quantities

Best Estimated Quantities

According to the AFMC Form 761 for this NSN Screening Analysis Worksheet, the AMC/AMSC for this item is 1/G.

AMC = Acquisition Method Code AMSC = Acquisition Method Suffix Code 1 = Suitable for competitive acquisition for the first time.

/G = The Government has rights to the technical data, the data package is complete, and there are no technical data, engineering, tooling or manufacturing restriction. This is only AMSC that implies that parts are candidates for full and open competition.

Contractor shall furnish all material, support equipment, tools, test equipment, and services. The contractor is responsible for providing, maintaining, and calibrating all support equipment required at their facility or a subcontractor’s facility. Contractor will need to obtain or already have a Secret level of security clearance.

Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. The document(s) below contains a description of the of NSN 1560007742115UC, SLAT, AIRCRAFT LH7 / P/N- 4J10048-120G, T.O. 1C-5M-4-5 F/24 I/35 and NSN 1560007742114UC, SLAT, AIRCRAFT RH7 / P/N- 4J10048-119G, T.O. 1C-5M-4-5 F/24 I/35. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.)

a. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

3. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

4. Questions related to this market survey should be addressed to roberto.martinez-perez@us.af.mil and Danielle.rutland@us.af.mil.

C5 SLAT, AIRCRAFT LH7 AND RH7

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capability, and experience to meet qualification requirements for qualification and production of the C5 SLAT, AIRCRAFT LH7 and C5 SLAT, AIRCRAFT RH7.

The #7 Left Hand and Right Hand Slat in question is a critical structural and aerodynamic component designed to modify the airflow over the wing's leading edge, enhancing the aircraft's ability to generate lift, maintain control, and safely operate during low-speed flight. This leading-edge slat operates during critical phases of flight, such as takeoff and landing, and is responsible for delaying boundary layer separation and increasing the wing's maximum angle of attack. This slat contributes to the system's short-field takeoff and landing capabilities, allowing the heavy airlifter to effectively operate from austere runways and execute demanding global transport missions.

Any prospective source will need to ensure their facility and personnel are qualified to generate and handle classified material as this contract will require the source to have access to secure/classified information.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

· NSN 1560007742115UC, SLAT, AIRCRAFT LH7 / P/N- 4J10048-120G, T.O. 1C-5M-4-5 F/24 I/35

· NSN 1560007742114UC, SLAT, AIRCRAFT RH7 / P/N- 4J10048-119G, T.O. 1C-5M-4-5 F/24 I/35 Part I. Business Information Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

· Company/Institute Name:

· Address:

· Point of Contact:

· CAGE Code:

· Phone Number:

· E-mail Address:

· Web Page URL:

· Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: Recommend using NAICS 336413– Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing.

Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

· Small Business (Yes / No)

· Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

· Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

· 8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

· HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

· Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

· Service-Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No)

· System for Award Management (SAM) (Yes / No)

· A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Responses are due 30 days after posting RFI and should be emailed to roberto.martinez-perez@us.af.mil and Danielle.rutland@us.af.mil.

Part II. Capability Survey Questions A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and nature of the goods and/or services you provide. Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include the following:

· Contract numbers

· A brief description of the work performed

· Period of performance

· Agency/organization supported

· Individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager)

3. Describe your company's capabilities for generating, handling, processing and storing classified material and data.

4. Describe your company's capabilities and experience viewing and/or modifying engineering drawings.

5. What is your company’s current maximum capacity per month for this requirement?

6. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ? Provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.).

B. Commerciality Questions:

1. Is there established catalog or market prices for our requirement?

2. If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public?

3. Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.

4. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.

C. Manufacturing Questions

1. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.

2. If the item cannot be manufactured in total, state what your organization can produce.

3. State any technology insertion ideas for the item that would be suitable for this effort.

D. Export Controlled Data Requirements to be determined Responsible

1. The proposed acquisition will be awarded to a responsible source. Detail data/drawings/schematics or any other releasable technical data will be available within the solicitation. To obtain copies of bidset documents an interested vendor must be currently registered in the Enhanced Joint Certification Program (EJCP). Interested venders will request copies of the bidset via SAM.Gov. Upon cage and certification verification by the PCO, bidset files will be released.

2. If a vendor does not have current EJCP certification they must register for access to export-controlled data. To fully initiate this process, vendors shall submit a DEV (DLA Enhanced Validation) application in the JCP portal.

Link: https://www.public.dacs.dla.mil/jcp/ext/ No bidset files shall be released to any vendor who does not possess current EJCP certification.