T-38C, Shoulder harnesses and Pull Handles, NSN 1680-99-695-3410 and 1680-99-213-1688

This notice seeks interested manufacturers for the Pull Handle Catapult, Reel Shoulder Harness Assembly, and Rear Actuator Electro-Mechanical used in the T-38C ejection seat. The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is conducting market research to identify sources that possess expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification and production requirements. Interested parties must demonstrate ability to meet technical requirements by February 10, 2022. The agency intends to award a sole source contract to the incumbent, Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd., using other than full and open competition as only this company possesses the required technical data and capabilities to ensure compatibility with existing equipment.

There is no set-aside designation. The primary NAICS code is 336413 with applicable PSC codes for the items. The Government estimates awarding a sole source contract to the incumbent Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. valued at an undisclosed amount, as only this company currently holds technical data rights and has demonstrated production capability. No quantity for the goods was specified.