Panel, structural AI

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is soliciting proposals for B-52 Aircraft Panel, Structural components (NSN: 1560-01-646-4189) through a Request for Proposal for an Indefinite Quantity Contract with a 60-month term. The procurement is for structural panels classified as export control and critical application items, with specifications and drawings to be provided by the government. Offerors must submit written proposals and complete a copy of the solicitation to be considered for award. The final contract award decision will be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the formal solicitation. The solicitation will be issued on or about February 23, 2026, with proposals due by March 26, 2026. Potential offerors should monitor the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/rfp for the complete solicitation details and submission requirements. Questions regarding this opportunity should be directed to Renee Griffin at renee.griffin@dla.mil.

This is a 100% Small Business set-aside under full and open competition, with ten identified potential sources including H&R Parts Co. Inc., Aero Components LLC, Boeing Company, Honeycomb Company of America Inc., and several specialized manufacturing firms. The estimated annual quantities for the five-year base period are 40 units, with a 250-day Automatic Reorder option delivery schedule and FOB Destination terms. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin point. The Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) applies to this procurement, which falls under NAICS code 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing). While no specific budget range is disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice, the indefinite quantity structure combined with the estimated annual volume of 40 units over a 60-month period indicates a significant long-term procurement opportunity for qualified small business contractors.