C17 Fire Extinguisher

The U.S. Air Force intends to award a firm fixed price contract under a sole source solicitation (SPRTA1-25-R-0194) for fire extinguishers (NSN 1680-01-719-1118JY) used in the C-17 aircraft. The procurement will span a 3-year multi-year contract (MYC) with Ametek as the qualified source.

Solicitation Description

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Synopsis

SOLICITATION SPRTA1-25-R-0194

SOLE SOURCE

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  2. Estimated issue date 3 Mar 2025 and estimated closing/response date 17 Mar 2025.
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  2. RFP #: SPRTA1-25-R-0194
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  2. PR#: FD2030-24-01847
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  2. Nomenclature/Noun: Fire Extinguisher
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  2. NSN: 1680-01-719-1118JY
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  2. PN: M472555-6
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  2. Application (Engine or Aircraft): C-17
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  2. AMC: 4P
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  2. History: None
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  2. Description: Provides fire suppression for the engine nacelle area
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  2. Dimensions: 14 inches long X 14 inches wide X 14 inches high. Weight 34 lbs.
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  2. Material: Steel, sphere
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  2. A firm fixed price contract is contemplated. The item, estimated quantities and required deliveries are as follows:

Quantity:

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  2. Destination: SW3119
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  4. Delivery: 253 EA on or before 13 Oct 2025
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  6. Required Quantity: 253 each
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  8. Quantity Range: 3 year MYC 1st Year 253 EA, 2nd Year 364 EA, 3rd Year 129 EA,
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  2. Qualified Sources: Ametek, (Cage: 0FRR4)
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  2. Mandatory Language:

Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation. Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestors are acceptable. Note: An Ombudsman has been appointed to hear concerns from Offerors or potential Offerors during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. The purpose of the Ombudsman is not to diminish the authority of the program director or contracting officer, but to communicate contractor concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel. When requested, the Ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to source of the concern. The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the source selection process. Interested parties are invited to call Ombudsman at (405) 855-3556. DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR SOLICITATION REQUESTS.

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  2. Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), Justification: supplies (or Services) required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources(s) and no other type of supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The proposed contract action is for supplies and services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one, or a limited number of sources under the authority of FAR 6.302.
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  2. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to Free Trade Agreements.
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  2. Based upon market research, the Government is not using the policies contained in Far Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. However, interested persons may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government s requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
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  2. Qualification Requirements do not apply.
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  2. Export Control does not apply.
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  2. Unique Identification (UID): UID requirements will apply.
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  2. The solicitation will be available for download on the release date from www.sam.gov. No telephone requests. Questions concerning this synopsis or subsequent solicitation can be directed to David Garcia at (405) 739-5501 or email [email protected]. Note: Faxed solicitation requests can be submitted to DLA Aviation-AOBB, Tinker AFB, OK 73145, FAX NUMBER (405) 739-4237.

Solicitation in a Nutshell

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Details

Agency Department of Defense
Solicitation Number  SPRTA1-25-R-0194
Status Pre-RFP
Solicitation Date 02/25/2025
Award Date N/A
Contract Ceiling Value N/A
Competition Type Sole Source
Type of Award Multi-Year Contract (MYC)
Primary Requirement Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components
Duration 3 year(s)
Contract Type Firm Fixed Price
No. of Expected Awards N/A
NAICS Code(s): 336413
Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
Size Standard: 1250 Employees
Place of Performance:
  • United States
Opportunity Website: https://sam.gov/opp/dfd9584cb09248d999c9425e71d65a5c/view

C17 Fire Extinguisher Background

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C17 Fire Extinguisher Requirements

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