B1-B Intake & Exhaust Plugs - Sources Sought
| Bidders ID: | NBD00159208048160746 |
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| Due Date: | Aug 14, 2026 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 10, 2026 |
| Level of Government: | Federal |
| State: | Texas |
| Agency: | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation Number: | FA466126Q0088 |
| Source: | Members Only |
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- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
- Original Published Date: Aug 10, 2026 02:22 pm CDT
- Original Response Date: Aug 14, 2026 03:00 pm CDT
- Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
- Original Inactive Date: Aug 29, 2026
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Initiative:
- None
- Original Set Aside: No Set aside used
- Product Service Code: 1730 - AIRCRAFT GROUND SERVICING EQUIPMENT
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NAICS Code:
- 336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
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Place of Performance:
Dyess AFB , TX 79607USA
This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued for market research purposes only. This announcement does not constitute a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this RFI.
The 7th Contracting Squadron at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, is seeking information from potential sources capable of providing 44 - B1-B Foam Intake Plugs: Heavy-duty, weather- and moisture-resistant closed-cell foam plugs designed to prevent FOD and water intrusion during ramp or hangar storage
44 - B1-B Foam Exhaust Plug: Weather- and moisture-resistant aft-engine barrier featuring integrated securing straps to ensure a wind-resistant, snug seat
24 - Inflatable B1-B Intake Plug: Lightweight, packable intake barrier built for TDY and deployed operations. Inflates rapidly into a rigid, stable seal to protect parked aircraft on austere ramps
24 - Inflatable B1-B Exhaust Plugs: Compact, deployable exhaust seal designed for expeditionary operations. Inflates to form a secure, weather-resistant barrier that minimizes cargo space
6 - Pump: Rugged, portable inflation unit featuring a standard air chuck adapter and pressure relief valve for rapid, safe deployment of inflatable plugs.
The contractor shall furnish all products necessary including delivery to Dyess AFB.
The Government is seeking industry feedback to determine the best acquisition strategy and to identify capable vendors. We are particularly interested in understanding industry pricing structures and obtaining Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates.
All interested and qualified sources are encouraged to respond. Please see the attached documents, which includes the Sailent Characteristics, specific questions for industry, and detailed instructions for submitting a response. All information submitted will be used for planning purposes.
Please see attached documents for additional information and reqested information.
- CP 325 696 2285 381 3RD ST
- DYESS AFB , TX 79607-1581
- USA
- Cade Watson
- cade.watson@us.af.mil
- Cheryl Lynn
- cheryl.lynn.1@us.af.mil
- Phone Number 3256961072
- Aug 10, 2026 02:22 pm CDTSources Sought (Original)
Related Document
| Aug 19, 2026 | [Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Original)] B1-B Intake & Exhaust Plugs - Solicitation |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)] B1-B Intake & Exhaust Plugs - Solicitation |
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