Remanufacture of E-3 Gearbox Assembly

SOL #: FD20302600540Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8118 AFSC PZABB
TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, United States

Place of Performance

S Coffeyville, OK

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components (1680)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
May 7, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Air Force (423rd SCMS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis for the Remanufacture of E-3 Gearbox Assemblies (NSN: 1680-01-083-2672AW, P/N: 5-89856-3019). This effort aims to identify potential sources and determine if the requirement can be competitively procured or set aside for small businesses. Responses are due by May 21, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, material, facilities, and equipment to accomplish the repair, testing, preservation, packaging, and return of the gearbox assemblies to a "like new" condition. This comprehensive scope includes supply chain management, logistics, parts forecasting (including long-lead items), reparable forecasting, and obsolescence management. The estimated requirement is for 90 units over a 16-year period.

Technical Data & Qualification

The government possesses associated technical data, which may be provided via a Repair Data List (RDL) or Technical Orders (TOs). Bidders should review the provided RDL (Part Number: 5-89856-3019, NSN: 1680010832672AW) for technical identifiers and data availability. Potential sources are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. Official QRs can be found on SAM.gov by searching "Repair / Remanufacture Qualification Requirements 848-RQR". SAR packages must be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE.

Contract Details

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a 1250-employee size standard.
  • Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.
  • Set-Aside: None specified; open to all business sizes (Large, Small, 8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone, WOSB) for market research purposes.

Submission & Questions

Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov and provide the business information requested in Part I of the SSS (Company Name, Address, POC, CAGE Code, contact info, NAICS Code, business size certifications, UEI, and ownership statement). Response Deadline: May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT. Questions should be directed to the workflow email: 423scms.guea.inquiries@us.af.mil or the AFSC Small Business Office.

People

Points of Contact

Morgan McgarityPRIMARY
Matthew ChurchwellSECONDARY

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Posted: May 7, 2026
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