Request for Interested Manufacturers of NSNs 1560-01-596-6401UC –Righthand Fan Cowl, 1560-01-595-5844UC – Lefthand Core Cowl, 1560-01-600-9158UC – Inlet Cowl, and 1560-01-592-5910UC – Righthand Core Cowl Assembly.

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 NSNs 1560-01-596-6401UC - Righthand Fan Cowl, 1560-01-595-5844UC – Lefthand Core Cowl, 1560-01-600-9158UC – Inlet Cowl, and 1560-01-592-5910UC – Righthand Core Cowl Assembly.

ITEM DESCRIPTION

The component of interest are Righthand Fan Cowl, NSN 1560-01-596-6401UC, Part Number 255-2281-501, TO 1C-5M-4-10 Fig: 4 Ind: 140, Lefthand Core Cowl, NSN 1560-01-595-5844UC, Part Number 224-2301-523, TO 1C-5M-4-10 Fig: 4 Ind: 6, NSN 1560-01-600-9158UC, Part Number 255-2101-501, TO 1C-5M-4-10 Fig: 3 Ind: 1,Inlet Cowl and Righthand Core Cowl Assembly, NSN 1560-01-592-5910UC, Part Number 224-2302-547, TO 1C-5M-4-10 Fig: 4 Ind: 7, on the C-5 aircraft, whose primary functions are to enclose different portions of the engine and direct airflow.

IMPEDIMENT TO COMPETITION

The original equipment manufacturer for this item is Rohr, Inc., CAGE: 51563. The Government does not own any data, drawings, schematics, or any other releasable technical data in support of this requirement. As a result, Rohr, Inc. is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the C-5 Cowls’ performance requirements and possession of the required technical data and capabilities needed to produce this item and ensure compatibility of the equipment.

INTEREST

The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to Rohr, Inc. for the manufacture of the cowls listed above in support of the C-5 program. Other interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement no later than 9 Sep 2025 by emailing Brooke Whitford, Brooke.whitford.3@us.af.mil, and Victor Henderson, victor.henderson.2@us.af.mil. The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.

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.