Sources Sought-Diaphragm vacuum pumps and associated Spare Parts kits

Notice Type: Sources Sought Notice ID: F3KTK76097AW01 Title: Diaphragm Vacuum Pumps and Spare Parts Agency: Department of the Air Force (DAF) Office: AFLCMC / HNCK C3IN NAICS Code: 333914- Measuring, Dispensing, and Ither Pumping Equipment Manufacturing Small Business Size Standard: 750 Product Service Code (PSC): 6635- Physical Properties Testing and Inspection --- 1.0 INTRODUCTION & DISCLAIMER This is a Sources Sought Synopsis / Request for Information (RFI) only. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes—it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. This request for information does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Department of the Air Force is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Respondees are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP/RFQ, if any is issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on SAM.gov. It is the responsibility of the potential offerors to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this requirement. 2.0 BACKGROUND The Department of the Air Force, specifically AFLCMC/HNCMB located in San Antonio, TX, has a requirement for diaphragm vacuum pumps and associated spare parts kits. This market research is being conducted to identify potential sources capable of providing these products to support our operational needs. 3.0 OBJECTIVE & SCOPE The Government is seeking to identify potential sources that can provide the following items, or technically equivalent products that meet the salient characteristics listed below. Bill of Materials: CLIN Description Part Number Quantity 0001 Diaphragm Vacuum Pump, DC-B IP20 24V UN813.4ANDC-B 20 EA 0002 Spares Kit, N813 Diaphragm/Valve Plate 073348 400 EA DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER (AFLCMC) CRYPTOLOGIC AND CYBER SYSTEMS DIVISION JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TEXAS 78243-7081 -- 1 of 3 -- 2 Salient Characteristics (for CLIN 001 - Diaphragm Vacuum Pump): Flow Rate (at atm. pressure): 13.0 l/min Ultimate Vacuum: 0.5 mbar abs. / 29.9 inHg Max Operating Pressure: 1.0 bar g / 14.5 psig Permissible Ambient and Media Temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Motor: 24V Brushless DC Motor Power (P1 max): 65.0 W Current (Imax): 2.70 A Protection Class: IP20 Overall size: 9” x 4.2” x 5.7” Mounting: Four holes, 0.22” each, spaced 1.9” x 3.9” Salient Characteristics (for CLIN 002 - Spares Kit): Contents: Must include all necessary components for standard maintenance of the UN813.4 series pumps, including at a minimum: EPDM diaphragm, EPDM valve plates, and EPDM sealing rings. Compatibility: Must be fully compatible with the UN813.4ANDC-B pump. 4.0 REQUESTED CAPABILITY INFORMATION Interested parties are requested to submit a capability statement that clearly demonstrates their ability to provide the products described above. Responses should be structured as follows: A. Company Profile: Category Information Required Company Name [Company Name] CAGE Code & UEI [Insert CAGE] / [Insert UEI] Address [Company Mailing Address] Point of Contact [Name, Title, Phone, Email] Business Size/Socioeconomic Status [e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, Small Business, Large Business under the identified NAICS Code] B. Capability & Product Information: 1. Product Availability: Confirm your company's ability to provide the exact part numbers listed or provide detailed specifications for any proposed equivalent products. For equivalents, include a detailed, point-by-point comparison to the salient characteristics listed in Section 3.0. 2. Relevant Experience: Provide up to three (3) examples of recent and relevant experience (within the last 3 years) providing similar items to government or commercial customers. Include contract numbers, agency/company supported, and a brief description of the products provided. -- 2 of 3 -- 3 3. Commerciality: State whether the requested items are of a type customarily used by the general public or by non-governmental entities for purposes other than governmental purposes, in accordance with FAR Part 12. 4. Supply Chain: Describe your capacity to deliver the required quantities, including lead times and any reliance on subcontractors or distributors. 5.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Responses must be submitted electronically via email to the points of contact listed below. Format: Submissions must be in Adobe PDF or Microsoft Word format. Page Limit: Responses shall not exceed 10 pages, excluding the cover page and product datasheets. Due Date & Time: All responses must be received no later than 4:30PM CDT on 8 JUNE 2026. Email Subject Line: "Sources Sought Response: F3KTK76097AW01 - [Company Name]" Primary Point of Contact: Name: Teresa Rodgers Title: Contract Specialist Email: teresa.rodgers.2@us.af.mil Secondary Point of Contact: Name: Sydnia Johnson Title: Contracting officer Email: sydnia.johnson@us.af.mil --- SYDNIA JOHNSON, DAF Contracting Officer AFLCMC/HNCKJ -- 3 of 3 --