1.0 INTRODUCTION This is a SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT for F404-GE-103 engines. In accordance with FAR Part 10, Market Research, AFLCMC/LPA is surveying the market for potential sources to produce F404-GE-103 engines, spare engines, and spare parts, provide a support equipment list, perform tasks for depot standup, and update Technical Data Packages (TDP). The responses will support the formulation of an acquisition strategy and whether this effort can be competitive or sole source. This Sources Sought announcement provides an opportunity for small businesses to participate. Small businesses include the following subsets: Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Certified 8(a), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), HUBZone Small Business (HSB), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Historically Black College or University or Minority Institute (HBCU/MI), Indian Tribe, and Alaska Native Corporation. No set‐aside decision has been made. Anticipated CLIN Structure: The Government is contemplating the use of an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract with Fixed Price Delivery Orders. Security Requirements: Vendors shall comply with the security requirements identified in the DoDI 5200.48, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). 2.0 SOURCES SOUGHT INFORMATION Disclaimer: The purpose of the Sources Sought is to conduct market research to identify potential sources and is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal (RFP), request for quote (RFQ) or an invitation for bid (IFB). In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), this notice does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary. The Government may use the information obtained from responses to this notice in determining its acquisition approach. REQUIRED CAPABILITIES: Interested firms should submit information as to the capabilities, capacity, and experience to provide the items/perform the following requirements: Produce F404-GE-103 engines starting in 2032 Deliver 200-300 aircraft engines and up to 105 spare engines Deliver spare parts for the F404-GE-103 engine Provide a support equipment list for the depot Perform tasks for depot standup Update TDP as necessary for the F404-GE-103 The capabilities should describe relevant contract experience offered to Government and commercial customers, include a reference to the contract number, magnitude, place of performance, and points of contact for each example provided (name, POC, mailing address, e-mail, telephone number, and the company's web page (if applicable). Submi…