SAM #N00019-24-RFPREQ-TPM265-1213

Sole Source Procurement of Time Critical Parts for F/A-18E/F Aircraft Production (Lots 46/47)

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) at Patuxent River, MD is initiating a sole source procurement for time critical, long lead parts to support F/A-18E/F aircraft production Lots 46/47. - Government Buyer: - Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Headquarters at Patuxent River, MD - OEMs and Vendors: - The Boeing Company (primary OEM) - Boeing's associated subcontractors - Products/Services Requested: - Long lead, time critical parts for F/A-18E/F aircraft production - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Notable Requirements: - Sole source procurement due to Boeing's exclusive possession of required parts - NAICS code 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) - Responsible sources may submit capability statements, but competitive proposals are not being solicited - Period of Performance: - Anticipated duration is eight months - Places of Performance and Delivery: - NAVAIR Headquarters, Patuxent River, MD (contracting office) - Saint Louis, Missouri (likely Boeing facility) - Purpose: - To ensure timely support for ongoing F/A-18E/F aircraft production by securing critical components from the OEM and its supply chain

Description

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) at Patuxent River, MD announces its intention to procure long lead, time critical parts previously secured in support of Lots 46/47 F/A-18E/F production from The Boeing Company (TBC) and associated subcontractors. The period of performance is anticipated to be eight (8) months. The North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) code for the action described herein is 336411.

The procurement is being pursued on a sole source basis under the statutory authority 10 USC 2304 (C)(1) as implemented by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, “Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.” This material was previously procured by Boeing and associated subcontractors in support of the Lots 46/47 aircraft procurement, awarded August 2024, and TBC and its suppliers currently have physical custody of the protected time critical parts that are to be delivered.

This synopsis is for informational purposes only and is NOT a request for competitive proposals. Responsible sources may submit a Statement of Capability and Qualifications to the Contract Specialist listed demonstrating their ability to meet this requirement within 15 days from the publication date of this announcement. The Government will utilize the capability statements received solely to confirm the sole source acquisition approach or to reconsider a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the United States Government. For small business or subcontracting opportunities, contact TBC at http://www.boeingsuppliers.com/esd/getstart.html.

This synopsis is not a commitment by the Government to issue any solicitation, make an award or awards, or to be responsible for any monies expended by any interested parties before award of a contract for the efforts mentioned above.  Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract.

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