6220, light, indicator, helicopter, chinook, CH-47

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure 100 light indicators specifically designed for CH-47 Chinook helicopters through a definite quantity, firm fixed price contract. This procurement involves critical application items classified under NAICS code 336320 for Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing and PSC code 6220 for Electric Vehicular Lights and Fixtures. The agency has identified three approved sources for this procurement: GE Aviation Systems LLC, The Boeing Company, and Leonardo SPA Helicopters Division, each with specific part numbers that meet the technical requirements. If competitive offers are received, the contract award may be determined through a reverse auction process conducted online via the Procurex platform, requiring suppliers to register at dla.procurexinc.com to participate. Electronic offers are not acceptable for this solicitation, and offerors must submit a completed solicitation package, with the full solicitation document available through DIBBS starting March 21, 2025, and proposal submissions due by September 6, 2025.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to unrestricted competition among qualified suppliers. The three approved sources represent established aerospace manufacturers with existing relationships in military helicopter component supply: GE Aviation Systems LLC (CAGE 19623) offering part number 714700-2, The Boeing Company (CAGE 77272) with part number 414ES232-1, and Leonardo SPA Helicopters Division (CAGE A0126) also providing part number 414ES232-1. The contract specifies a quantity of 100 indicator lights with FOB-origin terms and requires inspection and acceptance at the origin point. Delivery is required within 566 days after receipt of order (DARO), and the procurement involves critical application items that must meet stringent military specifications for helicopter operations.