F110 blade, compressor, NSN: 2840-01-695-0035PR, PN: 2814M91P01

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is conducting a sole source Request for Quotation (RFQ) solicitation for F110 compressor blades, specifically 28 Stage 1 Fan Blades with National Stock Number 2840-01-695-0035 and part number 2814M91P01, manufactured by GE Company from 6a1-4v titanium. This procurement is designated as a Critical Safety Item (CSI) for aircraft engines, requiring new or unused government surplus materials that meet stringent configuration and serviceability standards. The solicitation emphasizes firm fixed price contracting with a 120-day price hold, mandatory Item Unique Identification (IUID) requirements per DFARS 252.211.7003, and comprehensive engine management system (CEMS) reporting for all serially tracked items. Contractors must complete detailed representations regarding material origin, condition, and compliance with technical specifications, with any misrepresentation of item condition resulting in automatic rejection. The solicitation was posted on August 5, 2025, with responses due by September 4, 2025, and delivery required by November 30, 2025.

Despite the government files initially indicating a small business set-aside, the solicitation notice specifies "No Set-Aside Used," indicating this is an unrestricted procurement with GE Company as the apparent sole source manufacturer for these specialized titanium compressor blades. The procurement involves a quantity range of 7 to 42 units, with the specific requirement for 28 blades, valued under a firm fixed price contract structure. Performance will take place in Cincinnati, Ohio, with transportation and delivery coordinated through DLA Distribution Depot Oklahoma at Tinker Air Force Base, following strict Department of Defense transportation protocols managed by DCMA Transportation. The contracting officer responsible for this acquisition is John Nolan, operating through DLA Aviation's procurement operations, with comprehensive packaging requirements following MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1 standards to ensure worldwide shipment capability while preventing invasive species transmission through certified heat-treated wood packaging materials.