Towbar, aircraft

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment is seeking quotes for the procurement of aircraft towbars, specifically 15 units of NSN 1730016248098. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and invites all responsible sources to submit electronic quotes for consideration, provided they are received by the December 12, 2025 deadline. The approved source reference is 5T389 987635-3, establishing the baseline specification for the required equipment. The procurement falls under the Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling And Servicing Equipment category (PSC 17) and the Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing NAICS classification (336413). The solicitation was posted on December 1, 2025, providing potential bidders with an 11-day response window. Specifications, plans, and drawings are not separately available, and all quotes must be submitted electronically through the provided link, as hard copies of the solicitation are not offered.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, limiting competition to qualified small business concerns. The required delivery location is W1A8 DLA Distribution with a delivery timeline of 106 calendar days after order (ADO). The procurement involves a quantity of 15 units of aircraft towbars, with delivery expected to be completed within the specified timeframe. While specific award values are not stated in the notice, the relatively modest quantity and standardized nature of the equipment suggest a contract of moderate value. No incumbent contractor or current contract holder is identified in the solicitation notice. Interested small businesses should prepare their quotes promptly to ensure timely electronic submission before the December 12, 2025 deadline.