1650-01-669-3494 (25-R-7004)

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) is soliciting a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for hydraulic motors used on KC-135 aircraft, specifically for National Stock Number 1650-01-669-3494. The solicitation (SPRHA1-25-R-7004) is exclusively targeted at Eaton Aerospace LLC and requires compliance with ISO 9001-2015 standards and Buy American Act requirements. Potential contractors must adhere to strict packaging and marking specifications outlined in multiple military standards, including MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129. The proposal is due by May 19, 2025, and will be evaluated based on the contractor's ability to meet technical specifications, packaging requirements, and manufacturing capabilities. Key evaluation criteria will likely include the company's capacity to produce high-quality hydraulic motors that meet precise military specifications for the KC-135 aircraft platform.

The contract is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees, and will have a 5-year performance period with specific annual ordering quantities. The contract includes a minimum of 1 unit and a maximum of 300 units, with annual limitations of 75 units per year, broken down as follows: 44 units in Year 1, 59 units in Years 2-3, 55 units in Year 4, and 14 units in Year 5. The procurement includes both United States Air Force (USAF) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) ordering options, with multiple part numbers identified including 571999 and 622000. The place of performance is the United States, and the contract will support critical aircraft maintenance and operational readiness for the KC-135 fleet. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the contract's structured approach suggests a strategic procurement method designed to maintain flexible inventory management for essential aircraft components.