Bearings, Plain, Unmounted

Product Service Code (PSC) 3120, categorized as Bearings, Plain, Unmounted, encompasses precision mechanical components critical for various military and aerospace applications. These bearings are essential for reducing friction and supporting rotating equipment in aircraft, naval vessels, ground vehicles, and other complex mechanical systems. The components include sleeve bearings, plain bearings, rod end bearings, and self-aligning bearings designed to meet stringent military specification requirements.

Federal contract awards under PSC 3120 demonstrate a robust procurement landscape, with contracts ranging from $1,000 to $139,400 and typically lasting 6-14 months. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation emerges as the primary contracting agency, with frequent awards to small businesses like Mechatronics Inc., Northern Wings Repair, and Jamaica Bearings Co. Most awards are unrestricted and utilize firm fixed-price contract mechanisms, with delivery locations concentrated in Richmond, Virginia and various military bases. Contractors frequently include woman-owned small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and established aerospace component manufacturers.

Recent federal contract opportunities for PSC 3120 bearings reveal comprehensive market research and solicitation efforts focused on specialized aerospace and maritime applications. The U.S. Coast Guard and Department of Defense agencies are actively seeking bearing components for propulsion systems, naval vessels, and aircraft maintenance. Opportunities typically request detailed manufacturing capabilities, traceability documentation, and compliance with strict military standards. Most solicitations are not set aside, allowing broad competition, and frequently involve quantities ranging from 20 to 7,145 units, with estimated delivery periods between 148 and 562 days after receipt of order.