Request for Interested Manufacturers of NSN: 4820-01-554-6411UC, PN: 320522-17, Valve Assembly, Directional Pilot and Pressure Switch (DPV)
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SUBJECT: Market research is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of NSN: 4820-01-554-6411UC, PN: 320522-17, Valve Assembly, Directional Pilot and Pressure Switch (DPV). ITEM DESCRIPTION The component of interest is a Valve Assembly, Directional Pilot and Pressure Switch (DPV), NSN 4820-01-554-6411UC, P/N 320522-17, for the C-5, whose primary function is to change an electrical signal into a pneumatic air signal to control the direction of the central drive unit. IMPEDIMENT TO COMPETITION: Honeywell International Inc. (CAGE 59364) currently owns the drawings and data rights for this item. Honeywell International Inc. has identified to the Government that they have licensed the drawings and data rights to Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing (CAGE U1VG2). The Government does not own any data, drawings, schematics, or any other releasable technical data in support of this requirement. As a result, Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing (CAGE U1VG2) is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the Directional Pilot and Pressure Switch (DPV) for the C-5 Thrust Reverser performance requirements and have possession of the required technical data and capabilities needed to produce this item as well as ensure compatibility of the equipment and to maintain the engine warranties and guarantees with General Electric. INTEREST Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement no later than 21 October 2026 by emailing Brooke Whitford at Brooke.whitford.3@us.af.mil and Vanessa Moes at Vanessa.moes.1@us.af.mil. The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by RFO 6.103-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. DISCLAIMER This sources sought synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a r…