Fiber Optic Test Adapters and Tools for E-2 Aircraft

Pursuant to FAR 15.201(e)- This is a Request for Information only. There is no solicitation package available. This Sources Sought notice is being posted to satisfy the requirements of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) PGI 206.103-170. This procurement is for new fiber optic adapters and tools required to support critical maintenance and fault isolation for the E-2 aircraft platform. The equipment is necessary for the United States Navy (USN) and for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partners, including France and Japan. Please see the attachment found below for the CLIN table for the items being procurred. This equipment is essential for the fault isolation and maintenance of the aircraft's Radar Auxiliary Rack, Radar Receiver, Mission Computer, and other critical systems. This RFI is issued for information and planning purposes and is issued in conformance with DFARS PGI 206.302-1; it does not constitute an Invitation for Bid (IFB), a Request for Proposals (RFP), or a Request for Quotes (RFQ). This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. The Government WILL NOT pay for any information received in response to this RFI, and the Government will not compensate the respondent for any cost incurred in developing the response to this RFI. Respondents are notified that a formal solicitation may be announced under a separate SAM announcement. Any requests for copies of solicitations will not be addressed since this is an RFI, not an IFB, RFP or RFQ. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP. Any comments provided may or may not be included in a formal solicitation. The Government will not release any information marked with a proprietary legend received in response to this RFI to any firms, agencies or individuals outside the Government without written permission in accordance with the legend. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be r