B-52 Hydraulic Brake Valve Assembly

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation seeks procurement of B-52 hydraulic brake valve assemblies (NSN 1650-00-314-5664 LE), with proposals due August 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM MST. This acquisition is restricted to three qualified sources: Sargent Aerospace and Defense (CAGE 78062), Boeing Company (CAGE 81205), and Hydro-Aire (CAGE 81982). An amendment issued July 16 increased the required quantity from 50 to 115 units and extended the deadline from May 11 to August 11.

Place of performance is the United States. Award will be made to a single vendor; parts must be manufactured by a qualified source. Contractors not currently qualified may submit a qualification package, with qualification costs estimated at $122,500 and approximately 365 days required for completion.

Offerors must choose between Bid A (First Article plus 114 production articles) or Bid B (115 production articles with FA waived). Under Bid A, the First Article must deliver within 365 calendar days, with production articles due 90 calendar days after FA approval. Under Bid B, all 115 units are due approximately 14 months after order (ARO). Less than truckload shipments and early or partial deliveries are authorized at no increase in cost.

The NAICS code is 336413, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing; PSC is 1650. Items must comply with AS9100 quality standards, Buy American Act requirements, and MIL-STD-130 Item Unique Identification marking. A First Article test report (DD Form 1423-1) must accompany the First Article delivery. Evaluation is based primarily on price, with first article evaluation costs of $2,500 factored into the award decision. The contract is firm-fixed-price with 120-day price firm period, F.O.B. origin to DLA Distribution Depot Hill. Contracting Officer is Justin C. Rogers (justin.rogers.28@us.af.mil, 801-586-2580).