Skin, aircraft

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation has issued a pre-solicitation notice for aircraft skin components for C-135 aircraft, specifically NSN 1560-01-104-7408. This procurement involves export control and configuration control items classified as critical application components, requiring specialized manufacturing capabilities under NAICS code 336413. The solicitation will be issued on September 4, 2025, with proposals due October 6, 2025, and offerors must submit complete solicitation responses through the DLA Internet Bid Board System to be considered for award. The contract will be structured as an Indefinite Quantity Contract with a 60-month term and 283-day delivery schedule after receipt of order. Award decisions will be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors detailed in the forthcoming solicitation, with the Supplier Performance Risk System applying to all proposals.

This opportunity is designated as a 100% small business set aside following full and open competition after exclusion of large business sources. Potential sources identified include Aero Components, The Boeing Company, D-J Engineering Inc., Malones CNC Machining, LBZ LLC, and Top Flight Aerostructures. The estimated annual quantity for the five-year base period is 40 units, with FOB destination terms and origin inspection and acceptance requirements. Government-furnished specifications, plans, and drawings will be provided to support the manufacturing requirements, and the contract includes export control drawing provisions that must be carefully managed by the awarded contractor.