Support, structural

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking structural support components for C-135 Aircraft (NSN: 1560-01-145-3844) through a Pre-Solicitation Notice posted on December 30, 2025. The procurement is for an Indefinite Quantity Contract with a 60-month term and an estimated annual delivery of 80 units during the 5-year base period. Offerors must submit a written proposal 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 outlined in the solicitation. The full solicitation is expected to be issued on or about January 14, 2026 (for the unrestricted procurement) and January 23, 2026 (for the small business set-aside), and both solicitations will be available through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). The proposal due date is February 23, 2026, with a 180-day delivery schedule required after receipt of order (ARO). The point of contact is Renee Griffin at renee.griffin@dla.mil.

This Pre-Solicitation Notice includes two separate procurement tracks: an unrestricted full and open procurement and a 100% small business set-aside procurement, both for the same end item. The identified potential source is Hydraflow (CAGE 24984). Both procurements are classified as Export Control and Configuration Control items with Critical Application designation, indicating heightened security and compliance requirements. The contract will use FOB Origin pricing with inspection and acceptance at destination, and the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) will apply to the selected contractor. Limited government-furnished specifications, plans, and drawings will be provided to offerors. The NAICS classification is 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), and the PSC category is 1560 (Airframe Structural Components), reflecting the specialized nature of the required components.