Duct, Compressor, Air (1C)

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking procurement of 99 units of a 7th Stage duct segment for F100 Engine turbine components, specifically a Nickel Alloy compressor margin/air seal component used between 7th stage blades and the compressor case. This solicitation emphasizes technical capability and past performance alongside price as evaluation criteria, with the government recognizing that award decisions will be based on a combination of these factors. The solicitation is set for release on December 15, 2025, with a closing date of December 30, 2025, providing potential bidders a 15-day window to submit proposals. Delivery is required on or before October 24, 2026, allowing contractors approximately 10 months for manufacturing and delivery. Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to buyer Rhonda Ehrhardt, and an Ombudsman is available to address any contractor concerns throughout the procurement process.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, limiting competition to qualifying small business concerns. Qualified sources identified for this procurement include Union Machine Co, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, and A&B Foundry, LLC, though other sources may compete if they meet the technical requirements and small business status. The solicitation includes first article testing requirements for all non-OEM sources, with Pratt & Whitney recognized as the Original Equipment Manufacturer, and contractors must submit first article samples, test plans, and test reports as part of their proposals. The procurement will utilize electronic procedures exclusively, with all solicitation documents and proposal submissions conducted through SAM.gov. While no specific dollar value is disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the requirement for 99 units of precision turbine components with extensive testing requirements suggests a moderate-to-substantial contract value.