Cell, Fuel Aircraft

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking to procure 10 aircraft fuel cells (Part Number: 62653-11) manufactured by American Fuel Cell and Coated Fabrics, with a CAGE Code of 05476. The pre-solicitation notice indicates a comprehensive procurement process with strict technical and quality specifications. Contractors must adhere to multiple military standards, including MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging, MIL-STD-1916 for sampling methods, and MIL-STD-130N(1) for identification marking. The solicitation requires detailed source approval requests, specific documentation for inspection and acceptance, and compliance with covered defense information protocols. The pre-solicitation was posted on February 3, 2025, with responses due by February 7, 2025, presenting a narrow window for potential bidders to prepare and submit their proposals.

The procurement is not designated with any specific set-aside classification, making it open to a broad range of potential contractors. The fuel cells are classified under NAICS Category 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, with a Product Service Code (PSC) of 1560 for Airframe Structural Components. The specific procurement involves Type 2 (Code 6) fuel cells with a 24-month extendable shelf life, requiring sophisticated manufacturing and packaging capabilities. While the exact award value is not specified, the procurement is for 10 units, suggesting a potentially significant contract. The technical specifications demand rigorous quality control, including precise packaging requirements using MIL-PRF-22191 Type II transparent waterproof bags and comprehensive marking and identification standards. The solicitation number SPE4A725Q0466 indicates this is a specific, targeted procurement within the Defense Logistics Agency's broader acquisition strategy.