F-22 Next-Generation Coolant Request for Information

Request for Information (RFI) for F-22 Next-Generation Coolant Fluid Description:
Disclaimer
This RFI shall not be construed as a formal solicitation, request for quote, or an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any product or service.
Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the United States Government (USG) to form a binding contract. Participants are advised that only USG Contracting Officers are legally authorized to commit the Government to the obligation of funds. Only United States companies will be considered for contract award. This RFI is issued pursuant to FAR Part 15.201(e). The United States Government does not presently intend to award a contract but desires information regarding delivery, other market information, or capabilities for planning purposes. Written follow-up questions may be asked of responders for clarification, but this will not indicate a selection or preference. CAUTION: This is not a commitment to fund any effort submitted in response to this request. Respondents are placed on notice that participation does NOT guarantee participation in future solicitations or contract awards. AFLCMC/WAR, F-22 Division, Modernization Branch WPAFB, is not at this time seeking proposals, and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Respondents are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be at the responding party's expense. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a guarantee to issue an RFP in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever.
Introduction
The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Fighters & Advanced Aircraft (F&AA) Directorate, F-22 Division, Modernization Branch, Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) is conducting market research to identify, as potential sources, that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to respond to the requirements listed in this document. The information gathered from this request will enable the USG to formulate its’ acquisition strategy for this requirement. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFPs, if any are issued.