OFFICIAL NOTICE CONTENT
Opportunity description
* UPDATE 7 October 2026* Extend the response due date to 5 November 2026 5:00 PM EST *UPDATE* 30 September 2026 - Add Attachment 6 - DRAFT PWS - Update retrieval instructions for Attachment 2 - Technical Manual Operations Instructions (Please see attachment section below for retrieval instructions) 24 September 2026 This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification laid out in the PWS of the Halvorsen 25k Aircraft Cargo Loader for use by United States Air Force (USAF) personnel. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. *All responses are due by 5 November 2026* *Please note all of the attachments will not be attached. Please see below for instructions: ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: THPO Report Attachment 2: Technical Manual Operations Instructions (please see page 2, instruction #5 on Sources Sought Synopsis to request this attachment) Attachment 3: Technical Manual Work Package Operator and Maintenance Instructions (please see page 2, instruction # 5 on Sources Sought Synopsis to request this attachment) Attachment 4: Halvorsen OIM 623-4300-OI, 2019 (please see page 2, instruction #5 on Sources Sought Synopsis to request this attachment) Attachment 5: Halvorsen Follow-On Sources Sought Synopsis Attachment 6: DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS)
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