SPRWA1-25-R-0015 KC0135 Block 45

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) intends to release a sole-source Request for Proposal (RFP) to Collins Aerospace for procurement of specialized aviation components supporting the KC-135 Block 45 aircraft. The contract involves acquiring multiple critical aircraft parts, including Auto Pilot Control Panels, Radio Altimeters, Auto Pilot Computers, Multi-Function Displays, Data Concentrator Units, Auto Pilot Servo Assemblies, and Mode Select Panels. These Block 5 Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) are classified as military-unique components that must be procured according to specific part numbers and technical drawings. The technical data, software, and associated tools required for this procurement are proprietary to Collins Aerospace and are not available to the government. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on April 15, 2025, with a response deadline of June 13, 2025.

The contract opportunity is not set aside for any specific type of business and falls under the Aircraft Manufacturing NAICS category (336411). The procurement involves significant quantities of specialized aviation equipment, including 48 Auto Pilot Control Panels, 106 Radio Altimeters, 11 Auto Pilot Computers, 50 Multi-Function Displays, 110 Data Concentrator Units, 15 Auto Pilot Servo Assemblies, and 15 Mode Select Panels. The sole-source nature of the contract indicates that Collins Aerospace is the exclusive provider of these proprietary components, with the contract covering one year of ordering. While specific award value is not disclosed, the extensive range of specialized aviation components suggests a substantial procurement investment. The contract is specifically targeted at supporting the KC-135 Block 45 aircraft maintenance and upgrade requirements through the procurement of these critical electronic and mechanical components.