Synopsis 1680-99-213-1688MH, REAR ACTUATOR, P/N: MBEU205146-1

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Solicitation number
FD2060-25-00120
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
No set-aside

Opportunity facts

Place of performance
Warner Robins, Georgia 31098, United States

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About this opportunity

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure 10 units of Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator rear actuators (NSN 1680-99-213-1688MH, P/N MBEU205146-1) as spare parts support for the T-38C Ejection Seat. These rear actuators are critical components that allow aircrew to adjust seat height to the correct position before flight and represent a one-time procurement effort supporting the T-38 fleet. The government intends to award a sole source contract under FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source) due to limited technical data rights and the original equipment manufacturer's exclusive configuration control. The procurement will utilize Other Than Full and Open Competition procedures, with the period of performance projected for one year. Interested parties must express their capability to respond to the requirement by June 24, 2025, by emailing the designated DLA contracting specialists Todd Stimus and Victor Henderson.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is structured as a sole source acquisition. Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. (CAGE U1604) is identified as the current original equipment manufacturer and the intended sole source contractor, as they maintain exclusive configuration control and possess the required technical data and manufacturing capabilities. The contract award value and budget ranges are not specified in this pre-solicitation notice. The requirement calls for exactly 10 units of the rear actuator components, with delivery expected within a one-year performance period. The government has indicated it either does not own or has limited rights to the technical data and drawings necessary for competitive procurement, creating an impediment to competition that justifies the sole source approach.

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FBO Post Title:  Synopsis 1680-99-213-1688MH, REAR ACTUATOR, P/N: MBEU205146-1

SUBJECT:

This requirement is for spare support procurement of the Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuator (NSN 1680-99-213-1688MH, P/N MBEU205146). This component support the T-38C Ejection Seat and is a critical part of the functionality of the seat This is a One Time Procurement effort in support of to the T-38 fleet. The current projections for the T-38 ESUP item is for a Period of Performance of one year. The following table depicts requirement quantities below:

NSN 1680-99-213-1688MH, P/N: MBEU205146, QTY: 10 EA

ITEM DESCRIPTION

The Rear Actuator allows the aircrew to adjust the seat height to the correct position before flight on the T-38C Ejection Seat.

IMPEDIMENT TO COMPETITION:

The current original equipment manufacturer for these items is Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. (CAGE U1604), which maintains its configuration by part number and configuration control. The Government either does not own any data/drawings/schematics or has limited rights which indicate an inability to release data for competitive solicitation.  As a result, Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the Rear Actuator’s performance requirements and has possession of the required technical data and capabilities needed to produce these items and ensure compatibility of the equipment. 

INTEREST

The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to Martin Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. for the manufacture of the Rear Actuator in support of the T-38C Ejection Seat. Other interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement no later than 24 June 2025, closing date by emailing:

Todd Stimus

DLA AFMC/ AWB

Contract Specialist, Buyer

todd.stimus@us.af.mil         

and/or:

Victor Henderson

DLA AFMC/AWB

Contract Specialist, PCO

victor.henderson.2@us.af.mil

The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.

DISCLAIMER

This synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal.  It does not constitute a solicitation, and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government.   Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement.  No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement.   Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.

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