Cylinder assembly

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure a hydraulic cylinder assembly (NSN 1650-01-040-8468) for F-16 aircraft speed brake systems. This pre-solicitation notice indicates a firm fixed-price contract for new manufactured material with specific technical requirements including ISO 9001-2015 quality standards, Item Unique Identification (IUID) marking, and specialized packaging specifications. The solicitation is classified under NAICS code 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. Offers are due by January 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM local time, with delivery required to DLA Distribution Depot Hill at Hill AFB, Utah by February 5, 2025. The procurement process will involve inspection and acceptance at origin, with compliance to Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program requirements.

The procurement is unrestricted and not set aside for any specific business category, with Arkwin Industries (CAGE 89391) identified as the only known qualified source for this specific cylinder assembly. The contract amendment dated December 20, 2024, increased the quantity to 62 units, with a minimum of 16 and a maximum of 93 units possible. The cylinder assembly is a hydraulic-operated actuator made from aluminum, steel, and rubber, specifically designed for engaging and disengaging the speed brake assembly on the right side of the aircraft. The solicitation covers a procurement for multiple units with a projected award date of September 30, 2024, and follows standard military packaging and transportation guidelines. Additional requirements include compliance with military standards MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129 for packaging and marking.