Request for Information for the C-5 Electrical Solenoid
(Request for Interested Manufacturers)
LOCATION: Robins AFB, GA 31098-1813
FBO Post Title: Request for Interested Manufacturers of P/N: 920240-105, C-5 Electrical Solenoid
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 C-5 Electrical Solenoid (NSN: 5945-01-554-2612UC P/N: 920240-105). The PR number is FD2060-25-00065.
ITEM DESCRIPTION: This is a Linear actuator that goes on the Ground and Flight spoilers. This actuator converts rotational motion into push or pull linear motion, enabling lifting, dropping, sliding, or tilting of machines or materials.
IMPEDIMENT TO COMPETITION: Kearfott Corp. (Cage: 05088) is the only approved manufacturer of this item. They maintain its proprietary manufacturing data for this item. The Government does not own a complete manufacturing data package to release to potential vendors in support of this requirement. Although this item is similar to commercial items, without rights to the data the Government cannot determine if a suitable substitute would perform the original part’s intended function. This mechanical actuator is a critical component of the C-5 aircraft. As a result, Kearfott Corp. is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the C-5 mechanical actuator performance requirements and 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 Kearfott Corp in support of the C-5 program. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement no later than 8 November 2024 by emailing Mobolaji Ogunsakin Jr. at mobolaji.ogunsakin.1@us.af.mil and Terrence Wideman at terrence.wideman.2@us.af.mil.
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.
