This is a Request for Information (RFI) on a tool kit. Funding is not available for any information or proposals submitted. Submitting information does not bind the Air Force for any future contracts/grants resulting from this RFI. The findings from this Market Research effort may impact any future solicitations related to this requirement. This Market Research is not a solicitation as defined by FAR 2.101, and the Government is not requesting offers or proposals at this time. Any responses to this RFI Request for Information received by the Government will not be accepted to form a binding contract. This is a Request for Information and does not constitute a solicitation or request for proposal. This is a market survey for planning purposes and no award will be made as a result of this sources sought notice. If a solicitation is issued, the Government does not guarantee that it will be issued to RFI respondents. The Government is also requesting that restrictive or proprietary markings not be used in response to the RFI. The Government is potentially looking for a tool kit to support the Zodiac inflatable boats, model #'s: F470 and EVO-7, at a minimum, has the following: Tools and materials to perform maintenance and repairs including, but not limited to the following: • Disassemble and lubricate chamber ICU valves • Replace gaskets and other software. • Reassemble ICU valves • Set spring tension utilizing tools specially designed for zodiac ICU valve components. • Disassemble boat inflation valves and relief valves, lubricate and test. • Perform 24 hour inflation test on a semi-annual and pre-operation test • Measure boat pressure using gauges that adapt to boat ICU valves. • Disassemble boat deck to facilitate cleaning of boat and testing boat for leaks. • Replace speed tube connectors and software. • Repair leaks, punctures and tears in inflatable boat chambers. This requires the following: o measuring devices o tools for surface preparation o tools and containers for mixing and application of adhesive o material for patching compatible with boat hypalon fabric. • Replace damaged components including, but not limited to the following: o transom o rubbing strake o D-rings o safety line Repairs require zodiac specific adhesives , materials, and tools designed specifically for F470 and EVO-7 inflatable boats. Tool requirements include the following: • heat gun • special tools for disassembly and application of adhesive • measuring devices • containers for mixing adhesive components • tools and materials for surface preparation. All items shall be functional in any deployed/field environment. No telephonic submissions will be honored. All product information shall be submitted at no cost or obligation to the government. Interested parties should send their product information electronically by 1200 on 25 July, 2012 to A1C Caitlyn Bohlman via e-mail at
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