WR-ALC/BC, 180 Page Rd, Robins Air Force Base, GA 31098-1600

99 -- AUTOMATED PAINTING SYSTEM AND SERVICES POC Vivian S. McGhee, (97M47), Source Development, 912-926-5871. This is NOT a presolicitation notice pursuant to FAR Part 5, but is a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify sources that can integrate, install, test, and operate an automatic painting system consisting of robotics manipulator(s), paint mixing system, and paint dispensing system to apply the necessary protective coatings to F-15 A-E model aircraft with a minimum of manual intervention. The system will be used to apply military specification primer/paint coating systems in multiple paint schemes to various F-15 sized aircraft. The contractor will be required to integrate and operate their automated painting system in an existing USAF facility constructed to meet Class I, Division 1, explosion-proof requirements of the National Electric Code. Respondents to this notice will be sent a DRAFT Statement of Objectives (SOO) and a Contractor Capability Survey. Contractors must provide approved DD Form 2345 with their request. Contractors may obtain a DD Form 2345 Certification by contacting Defense Logistics Service Center, at 1-800-352-3572. The extent of allowable foreign participation has not been determined; therefore, the release of information to foreign sources will be determined at time of request. The Government reserves the right to limit such participation subsequently. This survey is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute an Invitation for Bid or Request for Proposal and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Interested sources should submit responses to Vivian McGhee (97M47), 180 Page Road, Robins AFB GA 31098-1600, Phone (912) 926-5871, FAX (912) 926-2929. Requests should contain Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, Cage Code, Phone Number, Fax Number and Size of Business Pursuant to SIC Code 3563 (size standard -- 500 employees). All responses must be in writing and received no later than 30 days from the date of this publication. (0073)

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