Bearing, ball, airfra

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation seeks to procure 40 units of ball bearings (NSN 3110200036972) through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) solicitation posted on November 24, 2025, with a deadline for quote submission on December 2, 2025. All responsible sources are eligible to submit quotes for consideration, and quotes must be submitted electronically through the provided link, as hard copies of the solicitation are not available. The procurement does not specify detailed evaluation criteria beyond the standard responsiveness and responsibility requirements for federal contracting, though the solicitation notes that an approved source exists (reference 00198 3071445-01), which may serve as a benchmark for quality or specifications. Specifications, plans, or drawings are not included with the solicitation notice, requiring interested contractors to obtain technical details through the electronic RFQ system. The expedited timeline allows only eight days from posting to quote submission, indicating an urgent operational need.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation, meaning it is open to all qualified contractors regardless of business size or classification. The delivery destination is DLA Distribution Cherry Point, with required delivery within 609 days after order placement, providing a substantial lead time for manufacturing and logistics. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 332991 (Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing) and PSC code 31 (Bearings), suggesting the procurement will be evaluated based on standard industry qualifications and production capabilities. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the notice. While no incumbent contractor is identified in the solicitation, the reference to an approved source may indicate prior fulfillment of similar requirements that could inform current market conditions or acceptable technical specifications.