F-35 Torlon-Tool Surface Prep Kit

SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS

F-35 Torlon-Tool Surface Prep Kit

SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS:

Solicitation Number:                     Notice Type:

FA8224-22-R-0056DL                           Sources Sought

Synopsis:

1. NOTICE: This is not a solicitation but rather a Sources Sought Synopsis to determine potential sources for information and planning purposes only. Any information submitted by respondents to this sources sought synopsis is voluntary and will not be returned. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred or associated with the submission of information in response to this notice.

1.1The purpose of this Sources Sought is to conduct market research to determine if responsible sources exist, to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or a total Small Business Set-Aside. The proposed North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 333991 which has a corresponding Size Standard of 500 employees. The Government will use this information to determine the best acquisition strategy for this procurement.  The Government is interested in all small businesses to include 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran­Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small business concerns. The government requests that interested parties respond to this notice if applicable and identify your small business status to the identified NAICS code. Additionally, please provide any anticipated teaming arrangements, along with a description of similar services offered to the Government and to commercial customers for the past three years. Any responses involving teaming agreements should delineate between the work that will be accomplished by the prime and the work accomplished by the teaming partners.

2.  Program Details:

1. Scope

1.1     The 309th Aircraft Maintenance Group (AMXG) located at Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) has a requirement to procure three (3) Nonmetallic Torlon Adhesive Cutters 2 Layer “Lil’ ABNIR” Kits, PN: ESNSP-LA-003 to support the 570th AMXS operations. The “Lil’ ABNIR” Kit(s) will be a used to remove sealants and clean areas for installation of new nut plates.

The tools designs and material combinations enhance their durability and ability to maintain a sharp cutting edge, providing a more efficient and safer method for removal of sealants without damaging the aircraft surface.

1.2     This statement of work provides the minimum requirements for the Nonmetallic Torlon Adhesive Cutters 2 Layer “Lil’ ABNIR” Kits, PN: ESNSP-LA-003 for the F-35 at Hill Air Force Base (Hill AFB). Additionally, the contractor shall provide full documentation and instructions for the acquired Nonmetallic Torlon Adhesive Cutters 2 Layer “Lil’ ABNIR” Kits, PN: ESNSP-LA-003. Total quantity requested in this effort are three (3) Nonmetallic Torlon Adhesive Cutters 2 Layer “Lil’ ABNIR” Kits, PN: ESNSP-LA-003. 

1. Background

2.1       The F-35 requires the removal and cleaning of sealants without damaging the surface around nut plate areas for installation of new nut plates. The sealant is applied over areas that are sensitive to an abrasive removal processes. Currently, sealants are manually removed with authorized plastic hand tools that did not adequately remove the sealant and are time consuming.

This has led to in some instances in which the use of non-authorized metallic hand removal tools that have a high potential of damaging, scratching or gouging the surface. When damage occurs to the surface it requires an extensive rework. This is a labor intensive process which poses undue risk to the surface of the nut plate are. Historically, surface damage is due to the current stripping process and has resulted in lengthy and extensive rework.

2.2       The introduction of Nonmetallic Torlon Adhesive Cutters would allow for the remove the sealant only in the vicinity of the nut plate without damaging the surface. Additionally, this would occur faster with less manual labor being expended while operating with approved removal tools.

1. Product Description

3.1       The contractor shall provide three (3) Nonmetallic Torlon Adhesive Cutters 2 Layer “Lil’ ABNIR” Kits, PN: ESNSP-LA-003.

3.2       The “Lil’ ABNIR” kit, PN: ESNSP-LA-003 is a two-layer custom combination enclosed in a Pelican Case (model 1600) with the following part numbers: See Pics below

Layer #1

Content

Description

QTY

Part Number

Drill

Dotco 14CNL Non-Reversible Drill, 3/8" Jacobs Chuck, 600 RPM

1

14CFS97-51

Chuck Key

K30 Chuck Key Size, 15/64" Pilot Size

1

3664

LED Light

Stream Light LED, 7" Yellow Luxeon Flashlight, Class I Division 2

1

68602

Mirror

Inspection Mirror - 2-1/4" FOD Free Hinge Round Mirror High Vis Orange

1

STNSM325GLAS

Cutter Kit #1

Mandrel Mounted (Contains 25 Pieces + Case & Foam)

1

ESCKD008

Cutter Kit #1 ESCKD008 Parts List

Content

Description

QTY

Part Number

Case

Clear Water Proof Triple Lock Case With Two Tone Foam Inserts

1

FWT-5000KT1L-001

Mandrel

0.189” Mandrel (Standard) 8-32 Thread Pitch

1

STAC-M-3

Mandrel

0.249” Mandrel (Standard) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

STAC-M-4

Mandrel

0.312” Mandrel (Standard) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

STAC-M-5

Mandrel

0.374” Mandrel (Standard) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

STAC-M-6

Mandrel

0.189” Mandrel (Segmented & Tetherable) 8-32 Thread Pitch

1

TTAC-M-3

Mandrel

0.249” Mandrel (Segmented & Tetherable) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

TTAC-M-4

Mandrel

0.312” Mandrel (Segmented & Tetherable) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

TTAC-M-5

Mandrel

0.374” Mandrel (Segmented & Tetherable) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

TTAC-M-6

Torlon Cutter

0.750” Torlon Adhesive Cutter (Mandrel Mounted) 8-32 Thread Pitch

5

TACS-C-1

Torlon Cutter

1.00” Torlon Adhesive Cutter (Mandrel Mounted) 10-32 Thread Pitch

5

TACS-C-2

Torlon Cutter

1.00” Torlon Adhesive Cutter (Mandrel Mounted) 8-32 Thread Pitch

2

TACS-C-3

Torlon Cutter

1.30” Torlon Adhesive Cutter (Mandrel Mounted) 10-32 Thread Pitch

2

TACS-C-4

Swivel Assy

Swivel Assembly (8-32 Thread Pitch)

1

TACS-S-1

Swivel Assy

Swivel Assembly (10-32 Thread Pitch)

1

TACS-S-2

Wrench

Multi-Wrench – 1/2”-7/8”-11/16” (cutter mandrels, swivels, & Surface Prep Too)

1

TACW-W-1

Layer #2

Content

Description

QTY

Part Number

Tool

Surface Preparation Tool, 500 RPM

1

ATCP2L7-USPPR500-88R

Tool

Nut plate Abrasion Tool - Main Body Assembly                                                  

1

ESNAT-1

Handle

Upper Handle                                                                                                         

1

ESNAT 1-1

Handle

Lower Handle                                                                                                         

1

ESNAT 1-2

Parts list

Attachment Insert – Size  3                                                                                    

1

ESNAT 1-3

Parts list

Attachment Insert – Size 4                                                                                    

1

ESNAT 1-4

Parts list

Attachment Insert – Size 5                                                                                     

1

ESNAT 1-5

Parts list

Attachment Insert – Size 6                                                                                   

1

ESNAT 1-6

T-Handle

Ratcheting T-Handle with Keyless Chuck                                                             

1

ESRT H001

Cutter Kit #2

Andrews Tool Mounted                                                               

1

ESCKA 009

                                                                    

Cutter Kit #2 ESCKA 009 parts list

Content

Description

QTY

Part Number

Case

Clear Water Proof Triple Lock Case With Two Tone Foam Inserts

1

FWT-5000KT1L-001

Torlon Cutter

0.750” Torlon Adhesive Cutter (Surface Prep Tool) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

TACA-C-1

Torlon Cutter

1.00” Torlon Adhesive Cutter (Surface Prep Tool) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

TACA-C-2

Cutter Adapter

Torlon Adhesive Cutter (Surface Prep Tool) 10-32 Thread Pitch

1

ATAC-A-1-A

Location Button

Locating Button – 3

1

ATC00254D-191

Location Button

Locating Button – 4

1

ATC00254D-250

Location Button

Locating Button – 5

1

ATC00254D-312

Location Button

Locating Button – 6

1

ATC00254D-375

Quick Change Bushing

Quick Change Bushing-Small (Fits 3/4" Dia Abrasive Pad)

1

ATC00484

Quick Change Bushing

Quick Change Bushing-Large (Fits 1.00" Dia Abrasive Pad)

1

ATC00483

Spindle Lock Tool

Combination Alignment and Spindle Lock Tool (Surface Prep Tool)

1

ATC00531

Wrench

Multi-Wrench – 1/2”-7/8”-11/16” (cutter mandrels, swivels, & Surface Prep Too)

1

TACW-W-1

1. Product Support

4.1       Must include standard commercial warranty.

4.2       Product support and maintenance to include readily available consumable parts shall be available for order (tips, filters, locators, bottles etc.).

5.  INSTRUCTIONS

5.1. The Government requests interested parties provide the following information (please limit your response to no more than 4 pages):

a.  Company Name and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code.

b.  Name, phone number, and email address for point of contact(s).

c.  The applicable NAICS code for this acquisition is 333991.  Based on this NAICS code what is your size status?

____ Small Business

____ Small Disadvantaged

____ Women‐Owned

____ Veteran‐Owned

____ Service Disabled Veteran Owned

____ Hub‐zone

____ 8(a)

____ Large Business

d.  Are you currently registered in SAM and WAWF?

e.  The NAICS Code selected for this potential requirement is 333991, which has a size standard of 500 employees.  If you disagree that 333991 is the proper NAICS Code, please submit that comment to the requiring activity along with what NAICS Code you believe this should be classified under.

f.  You are encouraged to provide any documentation to support your business's capability in meeting these requirements.  Failure to provide this type of documentation may result in the Government being unable to adequately assess your business’s capabilities to provide S-Blaster Coatings Removal System and E-Drill Equipment, consumables, training, and services.

g.  Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the contacts provided below.  The question must contain a phone number and email address for responses.

h.  Please provide all responses to this survey - to include any questions or comments you might have - to the requiring activity no later than Wednesday, 23 March 2021 at 12:00 pm MST to the attention of Devin Laughter, Contracting via email devin.laughter@us.af.mil.