Rod, piston, linear a

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking proposals for Rod, Piston, Linear A components (NSN: 1650-01-459-7270) for E-3 and C-135 aircraft through an Indefinite Quantity Contract spanning 60 months. This procurement requires Government First Article Testing (FAT) and involves export control and configuration control items classified as critical application components. The delivery schedule requires completion within 247 days after award, with inspection and acceptance at origin but FOB destination terms. Contract award decisions will be evaluated based on a combination of price, past performance, and other factors detailed in the forthcoming solicitation. The formal solicitation will be issued on or about September 4, 2025, through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), with proposals due by October 6, 2025.

This opportunity is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), making it available exclusively to qualified small business concerns. The estimated annual quantity for the five-year base period is 80 units, though no specific contract value or budget range has been disclosed. The procurement follows full and open competition principles within the small business community, and the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) will apply to potential contractors. All responsible small business sources are encouraged to submit offers, with the government providing necessary specifications, plans, and drawings related to these export-controlled components. Offerors must complete the full solicitation package to be considered for award, and interested parties should contact Renee Griffin at renee.griffin@dla.mil for additional information.