Opportunity
SAM #FA8532-27-R-JD80
Market Research for Howell Instruments JetCal JD-80 Analyzer
Buyer
AFLCMC Agile Combat Systems
Posted
November 12, 2026
Respond By
November 19, 2026
Identifier
FA8532-27-R-JD80
NAICS
336412, 334519, 33513
The U.S. Air Force is researching sources capable of producing and delivering a specialized analyzer for TF-33 engine maintenance. - Government buyer: United States Air Force (USAF), Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), office AFLCMC/ROZ at Robins AFB. - OEM: Howell Instruments, Inc. (CAGE 98869) is identified as the manufacturer of the JetCal Analyzer. - Requested product: JetCal Analyzer JD-80, part number BH112JD-80, NSN 4920-01-268-2007; quantity is not specified. - Purpose and capabilities: Supports testing, trimming, troubleshooting, and sustainment of TF-33 engines on B-52 and E-3 aircraft. Requirements include flightline and engine test-cell use, engine and cockpit instrument testing, trim measurements and calculations, standard-day correction, thermocouple and sensor testing, data capture and storage of up to 90 test snapshots, and calibration data for up to 10 engine types. - Notable requirement: The government does not own the complete technical data package or manufacturing drawings. - Opportunity status: Market research to identify capable sources; no purchase quantity or period of performance is provided.
Description
This market survey is being conducted by the United States Air Force (USAF), Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, technical data, and experience to meet qualification and production requirements for the JetCal Analyzer JD-80, NSN 4920-01-268-2007, P/N BH112JD-80.
The JetCal Analyzer is utilized by USAF maintenance personnel to test, trim, troubleshoot, and sustain TF-33 gas turbine engines installed on B-52 and E-3 aircraft.
Contractors/institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.