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F108 Stage 1 Fan Blade Repair 005-010

NSN 2840-01-196-6053PN

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and Repair of the F108 Stage1 Fan Blade Repair for use by United States Air Force (USAF).

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. Below is a document containing a description of the F108 Stage 1 Fan Blade Repair 005- 010 requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey, which allows you to provide your company’s capability.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the 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 in order 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 relative to this market survey should be addressed to the requiring activity, plus phone number.

5. Contracting Office Address:

3001 Staff Drive, Post 2Q77 Tinker AFB, Oklahoma 73145-3015

6. Primary Point of Contact:

Jaqueline Hughes (jaqueline.hughes@us.af.mil) or secondary Bridgette Miles (bridgette.miles@us.af.mil).

Send all responses to the above POCs with the heading “F108 Stage 1 Fan Blade Repair for OC-ALC Sources Sought Response”

7. Submit information to the contracting offices’ address, include phone number, must be received no later than close of business 4:00 pm, 16 July 2024.

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

1. The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements for this repair requirement. The purpose of this Sources Sought Synopsis is to identify sources interested in th is requi rement and capable of satisfying the scope of services as detailed below. The Government will use this information to determine the best future acquisition strategy for this procurement.

Interested parties are advised to review the notice below, the attached documents, and respond as instructed.

This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. It is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The information in this notice is based on current information available to date.

This information is subject to change and is not binding to the Government. Any updated information will be provided in future announcements, if applicable and posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website at www.fbo.gov. Contractors not responding to this Sources Sought Synopsis will not be precluded from participation in any future solicitation, if issued.

All documents released prior to the formal RFP are in “DRAFT” status and are subject to change. The “DRAFT” documents are provided to give interested parties a better understanding of the scope and magnitude of this potential requirement.

The Government Contemplates the Following:

a. The award of a Firm-Fixed-Price.

b. A one-year basic period with four (1) one-year options.

The purpose of this requirement is for the finishing repairs (Repairs 005 – 010) of the F- 108/CFM 56-2A/B Stage 1 Fan Blade: NSN: 2840-01-196-6053PN, PN: 305-433-401-0, 301- 291-938-0, 301-291-939-0; 301-291-941-0, 301-291-942-0, 301-291-947-0, 301-291-948-0.

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CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

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:

336412 which have a corresponding Size Standard of 1,500 employees 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 Mngt (SAM) registered (Yes / No)

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

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and the nature of the 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 contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

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

4. What is your company’s current maximum production capacity per month? Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase production capacity in the event of an immediate need do to critical operational mission requirements.

5. Are there specific requirements in the documentation that we provide that would currently preclude your service from being a viable solution to our requirement?

6. Include a detailed listing of facilities and equipment, including quantities, required to satisfy the requirements of this effort.

a. Provide an outline of the proposed process, including inspections.

B. Repair Questions:

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in modifying existing systems/equipment (hardware and software) to solve maintenance and support problems in the depot environment.

2. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying repair or maintenance procedures. Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

3. Describe your configuration management processes and how you identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

4. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/in work balances and repair status to your customer.

C. Commerciality Questions:

1. Are there established catalog or market prices for our requirement? 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? Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.

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

D. Services Questions

1. Describe your services capabilities and experience with regard to the requirements of this effort.

2. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying procedures. Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

3. Demonstrate your ability and experience for the same or similar services, which are currently provided in the commercial and/or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

a) Contract Number

b) Procuring Agency

c) Contract Value

d) Services Provided

4. Describe your capabilities and experience in any required test, evaluation, and repair processes/procedures with regard to the required items.

5. Describe how you/your organization will identify and resolve parts obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing sources problems?

6. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort.

7. Describe your process for maintaining inventory records and reporting on hand/work-in-process balance and manufacturing status to your customer as required.

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

9. If your company can not perform the entirety of the requirement what part could or would your company be able to perform. Provide specific info on what could be broken out for your company’s performance.