Sources Sought: B-1 Aircraft Heat Stack Assembly

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Air Force Sustainment Center is seeking to procure 6 Brake Heat Stack Assemblies (NSN 1630-01-616-6552LE) for B-1 aircraft located at Hill AFB in Utah. These critical heat stack components are wear items used to provide stopping force for aircraft brakes, and the government intends to issue a sole source solicitation to Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems Corporation, who owns the manufacturing data for these components. Respondents to this pre-solicitation notice are required to submit a capability statement specifying their business size classification, ownership type (US or foreign), and detailed ability to provide the required items. The opportunity was posted on January 23, 2025, with responses due by February 7, 2025. Evaluation criteria will include the respondent's capability to manufacture or supply the specific heat stack assemblies and their compliance with the specified requirements.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for this contract opportunity, meaning it is open to all qualified businesses. Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems Corporation (Cage Code 0B9R9) is identified as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the intended sole source contractor due to their exclusive ownership of the manufacturing data. While no specific contract value is mentioned, the procurement involves six heat stack assemblies for B-1 aircraft brake systems. Interested firms are encouraged to submit detailed responses that demonstrate their technical capabilities, manufacturing expertise, and potential to meet the Air Force's specific requirements for these specialized aircraft components. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of precise manufacturing specifications and the critical nature of these brake system parts for military aircraft operations.