Cylinder

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) is soliciting proposals for 10 Cylinder Assemblies, Actuating, Linear with National Stock Number 1450-00-737-2731. The solicitation (SPRHA2-25-R-0084) is specifically restricted to Mid America Aero Tech (CAGE 0UES3) as the qualified source. The procurement requires first article testing, with two bidding options available: Bid A includes first article testing, while Bid B is for contractors eligible for first article waiver. Price will be the primary evaluation factor, significantly outweighing all other considerations, with a $5,000 evaluation factor applied to first article testing costs. Responses are due by March 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM, with a contract rated DO-A2 under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System and classified under NAICS code 336419.

The contract has a comprehensive delivery timeline, requiring first article testing and report submission within 550 calendar days after order receipt, followed by production delivery within 560 calendar days. The procurement involves detailed technical specifications, including specific packaging instructions requiring Level B container specifications, heat-treated wooden packaging materials, and precise component assembly requirements. The contract is for guided missile handling and servicing equipment, with delivery to be made to the 809 MXSS/MXDEB at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The total package has a gross weight of 33 lbs and must meet a design fragility rating of 90. The solicitation encompasses comprehensive testing and documentation requirements, including materials certification, processing specifications for plating, heat treatment, welding, anodizing, and painting, with strict export control and Department of Defense contractor restrictions.