Summary
The Department of the Air Force (60 MXS, Fabrication Flight) issued a Sources Sought/market-research notice requesting information from firms able to provide post-processing manufacturing services for 60 MXS parts, including anodize & dichromate sealing, automated shot peening, thermal spray coatings, and pre-penetrant alkaline acid etch. The stated goal is to identify capable sources to establish possible Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for these processes. The notice was published July 1, 2026 and has a response deadline of July 15, 2026; the primary point of contact is Phillip Manwaring at Travis AFB, CA.