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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number FA822723Q0009 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ) and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-02 and its supplements.

The Government anticipates this acquisition to be a Sole Source award to Arkwin Industries, Inc. (CAGE 98391). See justification attached to this solicitation.

This announcement is filed under NAICS code 336413 which is not a small business and Product Service Code J036. The 531 CMMXS requires purchase of 1 each B-2 Reservoir Test Box. This is a critical component used to test reservoirs on the B-2 aircraft, part number 211007 Hydraulic Reservoir Test Box located at Hill Air Force Base.

Selection of awardee will include comparative analysis in accordance with FAR 13.106-2, Evaluation of Quotations and Offers, giving value to: price; and, service within the specified timeframe.

Any exceptions to the instructions specified in the Product Description must be identified in the quote. By submitting a quote, the contractor agrees to all deadlines, timeframes, and parameters unless specified as an exception in the quote.

**The due date for all proposals is Friday, 28 July 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.** All questions regarding this acquisition must be submitted by Thursday, 20 July 2023 at 5:00 p.m. to allow for the Government to assess the inquiry and provide a response.

Quote Submission Information:

Submit quote to Contracting Officer Hideo Mera at hideo.mera.2@us.af.mil and to Contract Specialist Lanette Todd at lanette.todd@us.af.mil.

RFQ questions can be made via email or phone, 801-777-7595. Please submit technical questions via the email above.

Attachment:

1. B-2 Reservoir Test Box PD

2. B-2 Reservoir Test Box SSJ Redacted

3. Calibration Certification/Report CDRLS A001

FOB: Destination

Delivery Schedule: 1 Aug 2023 – 31 Jul 2024