Shroud AFT Tail
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 U.S. Air Force (424th SCMS), under the DLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis for the procurement of a Shroud, AFT Tail (NSN: 1560-01-412-6649AW, P/N: L5416942-001). This effort aims to identify potential manufacturers and determine if the requirement can be competitively procured or set aside for small businesses. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this market research. Responses are requested by May 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement and manufacture of the specified aircraft part. Potential responsibilities for sources include providing component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, shipping, supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources, and shipping serviceable assets. This is a new spares buy, with no repair requirement. Qualified sources may need to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, and technical data/drawings may need to be independently acquired. The place of performance is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Estimated Spares Requirement: $1,164,043.02 (based on 6 units at $194,007.17 each). Unit prices will be established at the time of contract award.
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Response Due: May 2, 2026, at 04:59 AM UTC
- Published: April 24, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
The government is interested in all potential sources, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. Interested parties must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov to participate. Questions regarding this post should be submitted to 424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil. SAR package submission details are provided, including electronic submission via DoD SAFE.
Additional Notes
This market research is for planning purposes only. The government may consider breaking the requirement out by airframe. No funds are available for the information solicited.