F-16 RUDDER, AIRCRAFT

The United States Air Force is conducting market research to determine if other sources capable of satisfying the agency's requirements exist for the F-16 Rudder, Aircraft. The agency is seeking information from interested parties to improve small business access to acquisition information and enhance competition. The estimated quantity required is 2 EA, and the estimated delivery schedule is 30 December 2028. The agency is not expecting to set aside this requirement for small businesses. • The F-16 Rudder, Aircraft is a critical component of the F-16 aircraft, and the agency requires a qualified source to manufacture and supply this item. • The agency is seeking a source that can provide a commercial item or non-developmental item that meets the agency's requirements. • The agency will evaluate proposals based on the offeror's ability to meet the qualification requirements, which include facilities, testing, and inspection capabilities, data verification, manufacture/process verification, test and evaluation, and qualification article verification. • The estimated cost for testing and evaluation to become qualified is $5,500.00, and the estimated time completion for qualification is 90 days.