Department of the Interior (DOI) Office of Aviatio

The Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center is soliciting quotes for one Lycoming IO-360-A1B6 factory rebuilt or new aircraft engine (Part Number RENPL-RT9632) for use on a Partnavia P-68 aircraft operated by the Office of Aviation Services Alaska Regional Office. This is a commercial item procurement under a Request for Quote (RFQ) format, with the solicitation number 140D0426Q0080. Offerors must be Lycoming authorized distributors and must specify whether the engine offered is new or rebuilt, along with the anticipated lead time for delivery. The government's evaluation will focus on the vendor's ability to meet the specific engine requirements and delivery timeline, with market research confirming that the Lycoming engine is the only FAA-approved alternative that satisfies the agency's technical and airworthiness requirements. The deadline for receipt of quotes has been extended to January 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM EST, as indicated in the most recent amendment issued on January 12, 2026.

This procurement is set aside 100% for small business concerns under NAICS Code 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,500 employees. No incumbent contractor or prior award history is mentioned in the solicitation documents. The contract includes one unit of equipment with an estimated 24-month lead time after order placement and a required delivery date of August 15, 2028 to 4405 Lear Court in Anchorage, Alaska. The period of performance runs from February 1, 2026 through August 15, 2028. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the available solicitation materials. Interested contractors should direct their quotes and inquiries to Contracting Officer Rachael Davis at rldavis@ibc.doi.gov or (571) 354-7984.