SASPO Strategic Sourcing Brochure

The United States Air Force is seeking to qualify new sources of manufacture and repair for various items. The Air Force manages over 100,000 National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and is continuously seeking additional sources to increase its competitive acquisition position. Companies interested in doing business with the Air Force must research the available data, determine the managing organization, and build a Source Approval Request (SAR) package in accordance with the qualification requirements. The SAR process involves several steps, including researching available data, determining the managing organization, requesting qualification requirements and engineering data, and submitting the SAR package for evaluation. * The Air Force uses the Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) and Repair Method Suffix Code (RMSC) to determine the data rights position for each item. * Companies can find available data on the System for Award Management (SAM) website or by contacting the managing organization's Small Business Office. * The Air Force has several Small Business Offices that can provide guidance and support throughout the SAR process. * The SAR process is used to qualify new sources of manufacture and repair for Air Force items. * The Air Force is seeking companies that can provide high-quality products and services to support its mission.