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Sources Sought: T-38 Side Brace Trunnion Assembly (PN: 202607928-10)

Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Location: HILL AFB, UT
Amount: Amount not listed
Posted: Sep 10, 2026
Set-aside: None (open competition)
NAICS code: 336413 look up NAICS codes
PSC code: 1620

Timeline

Posted

Sep 10, 2026
Status

Closing soon

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What this contract is for

Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Location: HILL AFB, UT
NAICS: 336413
Scope: Federal

1.0 Description / Background The Government is conducting market research to identify interested and capable sources for the manufacturing of the T-38 Side Brace Trunnion Assembly, Part Number (PN) 202607928-10.

The T-38 side brace trunnion is a critical subcomponent of the aircraft's main landing gear.

It serves as a primary structural support during landing and other operational loads, enabling the main landing gear to fully extend and retract.

This part is specific to the T-38 aircraft operational envelope.

Please note: A formal Technical Data Package (TDP) is not yet available, as the drawings are in the final stages of approval.

Specific quantities and delivery schedules have not yet been determined.

2.0 Required Capabilities To be considered a capable source for this requirement, respondents must demonstrate the ability to meet the following critical parameters: Manufacturing Equipment: Minimum 5-axis CNC machining capability.

Material Sourcing & Machining: Capability to procure and machine Aluminum 7050-T7451.

Precision Tolerances: Capability to machine contours and radii to tight tolerances, as small as 0.001 inch.

Size Envelope: Capability to machine a part with an overall envelope of approximately 2 feet in length and 7 inches in diameter.

CAD/CAM Utilization: Capability to utilize a SolidWorks .SLDPRT file to generate machining profiles.

Special Processes: Capability to perform (or utilize an approved subcontractor for) the following post-machining processes: Shot peen Anodize Fluorescent penetrant inspection Certifications: Contractors and any utilized subcontractors must comply with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements.

3.0 Submission Instructions Interested parties who believe they possess the expertise and capabilities to fulfill this requir...

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