Intent to Sole Source Thomas Electronics Cathode Ray Tubes

The U.S. Air Force’s 4th Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson AFB is issuing a Notice of Intent to Sole‑Source a specific cathode‑ray tube (Part No. 08M352P43) to Thomas Electronics, Inc. The part is required for the F3I parent assembly and is proprietary; no other manufacturers can supply an equivalent component. While a competitive solicitation is not being issued, any interested party may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation demonstrating that competition would be advantageous. Responses must be received by 5:00 PM EDT on 4 September 2026. The award will proceed without further notice if no affirmative response is received. • Sole‑source purchase of a single, proprietary cathode‑ray tube for Air Force legacy equipment. • NAICS 334519 – Other Electronic Component Manufacturing. • Only Thomas Electronics holds the IP rights; the Air Force seeks confirmation that no alternate sources exist. • Responses accepted as capability statements, proposals, or quotations; oral submissions not permitted. • Deadline: 4 Sept 2026, 5 PM EDT; no pre‑bid meeting or site visit.