SQS_1B through 6B Flap Actuators_2021_04_05.pdf

SOURCE QUALIFICATION STATEMENT

AMSC C: These parts require engineering source approval by the control activity to assure the integrity of the part. An alternative source must qualify according to the design control activity’s procedures as approved by the applicable government engineering activity, AFLCMC/WLSEAB (C-5 Galaxy Division)

SECTION A: ITEM IDENTIFICATION

Stock Number (NSN) Part Number Nomenclature

1680-01-162-5860 5901-123F 1B Flap Actuator Assembly

1680-01-162-1058 5901-125F 2A Flap Actuator Assembly

1680-01-160-6521 5901-127F 2B Flap Actuator Assembly

1680-01-161-2101 5901-129F 3A Flap Actuator Assembly

1680-01-162-5858 5901-131E 3B Flap Actuator Assembly

1680-01-161-2102 5901-133E 4A,5A,6A Flap Actuator Assembly

1680-01-166-4022 5901-135E 4B,5B,6B Flap Actuator Assembly

SECTION B: JUSTIFICATION FOR ESTABLISHING A QUALIFICATION

REQUIREMENT

The C-5 flap system makes it possible for the aircraft to operate at relatively slow speeds for takeoff or landing, and high speeds for cruise. These individual Flap Actuator Assemblies are part of the C-5 flap system that physically drives the positioning of the number 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 flaps.

C-5 flap actuator manufacturing requires strict control of processes to ensure adherence to very close tolerances when machining specified material. Special machining equipment is required to produce the precisely manufactured part surfaces.

Consistent manufacturing processes are needed to ensure that the actuator is manufactured such that the actuator drives appropriately in flight.

Failure of C-5 Flap Actuators could place the aircraft and crew in an extremely hazardous situation due to potential loss of appropriate flap actuation. This could lead to asymmetrical conditions between flaps. Flight safety histories indicate that aircrew task saturation as a result of component failures dramatically increases the risk of an aircraft mishap if they occur in critical phases of flight. If this failure occurs under these conditions there is a risk of loss of life and/or aircraft.

SECTION C: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Source approval information: Listed below are the minimum requirements necessary to become a qualified bidder on the item in Section A.

a. Potential bidder shall provide a summary of the company’s capabilities, including a detailed factory layout, a list of the machinery, fixtures, tooling and test and inspection equipment.

b. Potential bidder shall demonstrate the ability and have experience in manufacturing similar critical aircraft parts, which are currently in use on a large commercial heavy cargo transport aircraft or military heavy cargo transport aircraft and shall provide the following:

1. Contract Number

2. Procuring Agency

3. Contract Value

4. Number of assets shipped

5. Summary explanation of why part is similar to include drawings or pictures from various angles to show whole part

c. Potential bidder shall provide a detailed quality plan implementing ISO 9001 (or equivalent). Evidence of independent, 3rd party certification that the quality program satisfies ISO 9001 requirements may be submitted in lieu of the actual quality plan.

d. Potential bidder shall provide a detailed manufacturing plan describing manufacturing and inspection and shall provide for:

1. Traceability of batch/lot for material, heat treatment and all test/inspections.

2. Identification of material sources, including forgings if applicable. Sources for raw materials must be documented for each type of material called for in the assembly. Any material substitutions must be approved, in writing by the Engineering Authority.

3. Identification of sources for outsourced processes shall be documented.

e. Potential bidder shall perform more than 50% of the manufacturing workload in-house.

f. A sub-vendor qualification and quality assurance process to ensure conformance to specifications on work performed by subcontractors.

g. Once qualified, bidders shall be subject to first article testing if they have not previously manufactured this item within the last five years.

h. This qualification process shall be waived for the companies listed below who are already qualified:

Thomas Instruments (CAGE 5H860) CEF Industries (CAGE 00268).

DRS Enterprise (CAGE 6Y852)

i. The Air Force may not qualify potential bidders who have had quality problems when delivering similar or identical items to the government.

SECTION D: ESTIMATE OF THE TEST AND EVALUATION COSTS

No testing will be required for qualification. Development of a Source Approval package estimated cost is $0.

SECTION E: GOVERNMENT CONTRACT

The Government Point of Contact for the technical requirements specified for qualification is AFLCMC/WLSEAB, 235 Byron Street Suite 19A, Robins AFB, GA 31098.

SECTION F: SIGNATURE BLOCK

AFLCMC/WLSEAB C-5 Systems Engineer ______________________

AFLCMC/WLSE Chief Engineer or Delegate______________________

DLA/AWB Contracting Officer ______________________

DLA/AW Competition Advocate ______________________

Chief, Contracting Office DLA Aviation ______________________