Case, Diffuser, Aircr

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Solicitation number
SPRTA1-25-R-0287
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
No set-aside

Opportunity facts

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure Case, Diffuser, Aircraft components for F110 Engine F16 Aircraft (Models C and D), specifically a nozzle inner support for a combustion diffuser and nozzle assembly. The component is a critical safety item made of Inconel 718, measuring 18 inches long by 9 inches wide by 18 inches high, and weighing 30 pounds. The solicitation (RFP #SPRTA1-25-R-0287) will be released on May 12, 2025, with responses due by June 13, 2025. All responsible sources may submit capability statements or proposals, which will be considered within 45 days of publication. Offerors are required to be "EXPORT CONTROLLED" certified to receive and view associated drawings, and can register at www.dlis.dla.mil/jcp.

The procurement has no specific set-aside and appears targeted primarily at General Electric Company (GE), which is listed as a qualified source. The government anticipates purchasing between 4 and 22 units, with a best estimate of 15 units to be delivered on or before July 31, 2027. The contract will be a firm fixed price and is expected to be awarded approximately 45 calendar days after the solicitation closing date. The total value is not explicitly stated, but historical context indicates a previous contract in 2010 involved 53 similar units. Potential offerors with questions can contact Keith Russ at keith.russ@us.af.mil, and an ombudsman is available at (405) 855-3552 to address contractor concerns during the proposal development phase.

Notice text

Synopsis

FD2030-25-00634

Estimated issue date 12 May 2025 and estimated closing/response date 13 Jun 2025.

RFP #: SPRTA1-25-R-0287

Contracting Office Address: 3001 Staff Drive Tinker AFB, OK 73145

PR#: FD2030-25-00634

Nomenclature/Noun: Case, Diffuser, Aircr

NSN: 2840-01-191-1808

PN: 1316M43G11

Application (Aircraft): F118

AMC: 1C

History: Previously purchased 53 EA per contract SPRTA1-10-D-0046-0001 on 2 Apr 2010

Description: Support Nozzle Inner. Appl F110 Engine for F16 Aircraft, Models C and D. Component of combustion diffuser and nozzle assembly. Inner Nozzle supports the end of the combustor diffuser nozzle assembly and carries an equal portion of the nozzle axial and tangential gas load.

Dimensions: 18.0000 in. long X 9.0000 in. wide X 18.0000 in. high, weighing 30.0000 lbs.

Material: Inconel 718

A firm fixed price contract is contemplated. The items’ estimated quantities and required deliveries are as follows:

Quantity:

LINE ITEM 0001: Case, Diffuser, Aircr

Destination: SW3211 / Tinker AFB, OK 73145

Delivery: All units ON OR BEFORE 31 Jul 2027

Best Estimated Quantity: 15 each

Quantity Range: (Min – 4 each / Max – 22 each)

Qualified Sources:  

General Electric Company (GE) (Cage: 07482)

Set-aside: No Set-aside

Critical Safety Item (CSI) applicability: CSI criteria does APPLY to this item.

Mandatory Language:

In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(i), all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. The proposed contract action is for supplies in which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source, or a limited number of sources under the authority of FAR 6.302. This is a full and open requirement. All proposals received within 45 days after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. 

Based upon market research, the Government is not using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services.  However, interested persons may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.

Government's obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made.  No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.

Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation.  Hardcopies of the solicitation will not be sent from this office. The solicitation will be available for download only at sam.gov. Note: An Ombudsman has been appointed to hear concerns from offers or potential offerors during the proposal development phase of this acquisition.  The purpose of the Ombudsman is not to diminish the authority of the program director or contracting officer, but to communicate contractor concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel.  When requested, the Ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to source of the concern.  The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the source selection process.  Interested parties are invited to contact the Ombudsman at (405) 855-3552.  DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR SOLICITATION REQUESTS.

Item Unique Identification (IUID): Yes

Export Control does apply. Offerors are REQUIRED to be "EXPORT CONTROLLED" certified in order to receive and view the drawings associated with this solicitation. If an offeror intends to become Export Controlled Certified, a website for registration exists: www.dlis.dla.mil/jcp.

Anticipated Award date: estimated 45 calendar days after solicitation closing date.

The solicitation will be available for download on the release date from www.sam.gov.  No telephone requests.  Questions concerning this synopsis or subsequent solicitation can be directed to Keith Russ at keith.russ@us.af.mil. 

Notice history

Notice Type Posted
Case, Diffuser, Aircr Latest Limited / Sole Source Justification
Case, Diffuser, Aircr Award Award Notice
Case, Diffuser, Aircr Latest solicitation Solicitation
This notice Original Pre-Solicitation

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