Tube assembly,metal

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is soliciting quotes through DIBBS for 30 each of metal tube assemblies (NSN 4710-01-211-9536, RFQ SPE7M427T1452), with quotes due October 30, 2026. The Set Aside line reads "No Set-Aside Used," so the buy is open to all eligible sources. The solicitation uses Auto Evaluation procedures under NAICS 332996 (Machine Shops), with PSC 4710.

The government file summary describes the item as a General Electric Performance-Based Logistics item and a critical application item for the F110-GE-100 engine on F-16C/D aircraft. It lists approved manufacturers as General Electric Company (CAGE 07482), Smiths Tubular Systems-Laconia (CAGE 21890), Corry Manufacturing Company (CAGE 91037), and Tomco Machining, Inc. (CAGE 3BLQ5). The item is 0.375-inch outer diameter with 0.028-inch wall thickness, pre-bent with fittings attached. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129.

Delivery is due 550 days after award to DLA Distribution Depot Hill, Hill AFB, Utah, on FOB Origin terms with inspection and acceptance at destination. The file summary also lists a need ship date of May 3, 2028, and an original required delivery date of October 31, 2027. Prior awards for this item ranged from $387.50 to $1,591.50 per unit. The solicitation incorporates DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions Revision 105 (May 20, 2026) and DFARS clauses covering Buy American, hazard warning labels, safeguarding covered defense information, sea transportation, small business representations, and covered defense telecommunications equipment.