Intent to Sole Source Thomas Electronics Cathode Ray Tubes

PresolicitationSmall Business Set Aside - TotalActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for Small Business businesses
  • Work to be performed in SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB, NC
  • Industry: Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing
  • Advance notice of upcoming solicitation

Contract Details

Notice ID
FA480926Q0086
Opportunity Type
Presolicitation
Sub-Agency
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA4809 4TH CONS SQ CC
Posted Date
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Response Deadline
Friday, September 4, 2026
PSC Code
6625
Set-Aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total
Status
Active

Description

Notice of Intent to Sole-Source: The 4th Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson AFB, NC intends to award a non-competitive firm fixed priced purchase order to Thomas Electronics, Inc. The requirement is for Cathode Ray Tubes that adhere to the existing F3I parent assembly constraints. The specified part is identified as Part Number 08M352P43. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition for this acquisition is 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and RFO Part 12.102(a). The original equipment manufacturer, Thomas Electronics, retains full intellectual property (IP) rights for the design and manufacturing of Part Number 08M352P43. As a result of these proprietary rights, Thomas Electronics is the sole source supplier to Air Force and other government-contracted entities. Compreh

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Department of DEFENSE is actively seeking qualified contractors for other measuring and controlling device manufacturing with a set-aside for Small Business businesses in SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB, NC. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.