4 Balancing Machines

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation Richmond) intends to procure 4 Hard Bearing, Dual Drive, Horizontal Balance Machines through a Full and Open Competition solicitation. The Request for Quote (SPE4A8-25-Q-0044) is anticipated to be issued on April 18, 2025, with a complete technical data package (DLA-A-VIBB 23-40-1006) that includes design, lubrication, supplies, and labor requirements. The contract will be awarded as a Firm, Fixed Price Contract under FAR 13.5 procedures, with the final award decision based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors to be detailed in the solicitation. The solicitation documents will be available on the DLA DIBBS website, and interested parties should download the PDF documents using Adobe Acrobat Reader. The contract has a completion requirement of 365 days after receipt (ARO), with delivery terms being FOB Destination and inspection at origin.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside for this procurement, making it open to all qualified vendors in the Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (NAICS 334519) category. The Physical Properties Testing and Inspection (PSC 6635) procurement will involve the delivery of 4 balance machines, with a site visit to be detailed in the full solicitation. Interested vendors can access the solicitation documents electronically through the specified DLA DIBBS website, with alternative access possible on a case-by-case basis for those unable to use the online platform. The due date for responses is May 19, 2025, providing potential contractors approximately one month to prepare and submit their proposals. While specific award value ranges are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, contractors should carefully review the complete technical requirements and evaluation criteria when the full solicitation is released.