FD2030-25-02308

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation has published Special Notice FD2030-25-02308 for a specialized aircraft component procurement. The notice pertains to the acquisition of a rudder component with National Stock Number 1650-01-684-1629HS, specifically identified as a "RUDDER, SPECIAL TOP" according to drawing specification 300300R-1005 with revision 3 dated August 27, 2025. This procurement falls under the Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum, And De-Icing System Components category (PSC 1650) and is classified under NAICS code 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. The contracting opportunity was posted on August 27, 2025, with Michael S. Falconer serving as the Item Manager. The notice does not utilize any set-aside provisions, indicating it is open to all eligible contractors.

The Special Notice establishes a procurement timeline extending one full year, with responses due by August 27, 2026, providing contractors with an extended period to prepare and submit their proposals. The objective appears to be identifying qualified manufacturers capable of producing this specialized rudder component to exact military specifications as outlined in the technical drawing. Contractors interested in participating must demonstrate capabilities in aircraft parts manufacturing, particularly in hydraulic, vacuum, and de-icing system components for military aviation applications. The extended timeline suggests this may be a complex manufacturing requirement that necessitates significant lead time for production planning, tooling, or qualification processes. No specific eligibility restrictions beyond standard federal contracting requirements are indicated, making this opportunity accessible to any contractor with the requisite manufacturing capabilities and federal contracting credentials.