Request for Interested Manufacturers 1680-99-213-1688MH, REAR ACTUATOR, P/N: MBEU205146-1

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Request for Interested Manufacturers 1680-99-213-1688MH, REAR ACTUATOR, P/N:

MBEU205146-1 SUBJECT: Market research is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the following items: Rear Actuator. ITEM DESCRIPTION The Rear Actuator allows the aircrew to adjust the seat height to the correct position before flight on the T-38C Ejection Seat.

IMPEDIMENT TO COMPETITION: The current original equipment manufacturer for these items is Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. (CAGE U1604), which maintains its configuration by part number and configuration control. The Government either does not own any data/drawings/schematics or has limited rights which indicate an inability to release data for competitive solicitation.

As a result, Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the Rear Actuator’s performance requirements and has possession of the required technical data and capabilities needed to produce these items and ensure compatibility of the equipment. INTEREST The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. for the manufacture of the Rear Actuator in support of the T-38C Ejection Seat.

Other interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement no later than 05 Dec 2024, closing date by emailing Victor Henderson DLA AFMC/AWB Contract Specialist, PCO victor.henderson.2@us.af.mil Todd Stimus DLA AFMC/ AWB Contract Specialist, Buyer todd.stimus@us.af.mil The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.

DISCLAIMER This sources sought synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation, and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.