Duct assembly, bleed

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking proposals for the procurement of Duct Assembly, Bleed components (NSN: 1560-01-437-0114) for C/KC-130, AWACS, and E-3A aircraft through an Indefinite Quantity Contract structure. This is a full and open procurement classified as both an Export Control and Configuration Control item, as well as a Critical Application item under NAICS code 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing). The contract requires FOB Destination delivery with inspection and acceptance at origin, and suppliers must complete the full solicitation documentation to be considered for award. The final contract award decision will be evaluated based on a combination of price, past performance, and other factors as detailed in the forthcoming solicitation, with the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) applying to all offerors. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about July 8, 2025, with a response deadline of August 7, 2025.

This opportunity is designated as a 100% small business set-aside, restricting participation to qualified small business entities. The contract spans a 60-month base period with an estimated annual quantity requirement of 12 units, totaling approximately 60 units over the full contract term. Delivery is scheduled for 562 days after receipt of order (ARO), indicating a substantial lead time for manufacturing and delivery of these specialized aircraft components. The solicitation documents, including export control drawings and specifications, will be made available exclusively through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) in PDF format, with no paper copies provided to requestors. All responsible sources are eligible to submit offers, and interested parties can contact Renee Griffin at renee.griffin@dla.mil for additional information regarding this procurement opportunity.