Coupling assembly, Q

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, specifically the U.S. Air Force Supply Chain Management Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base, is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers of a coupling assembly (Part Number 68B580116-101, NSN 4730 00 123 2728) for the F-15 platform. This Sources Sought Synopsis is issued pursuant to FAR Part 10 to determine acquisition strategy and competitive viability. Prospective vendors must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for new manufacture, including component procurement, inspection, testing, preservation, packaging, and shipping. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, and long-lead time parts procurement. All interested parties must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package and meet the Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR-PSD-1), submitting their responses electronically through DoD SAFE to the specified email addresses. The response deadline is April 5, 2026.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and is open to all business types, including large businesses, small businesses, 8(a) certified firms, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, HUBzone businesses, and women-owned small businesses under NAICS Code 336413. The Government is seeking new manufacture of 29 units with no repair requirement. No incumbent contractor is identified in this pre-solicitation notice. The estimated solicitation timing and contract value are to be determined, and no funds are currently available; this notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes. Prospective vendors should include company information, CAGE code, business classification status, and UEI in their responses.