Valve, Solenoid

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure 27 aluminum alloy gun drive hydraulic flow regulator solenoid valves for the F-15 aircraft through solicitation SPRTA1-25-R-0314. The procurement will utilize electronic solicitation procedures, with an anticipated Request for Proposal (RFP) issue date of May 26, 2025, and a response deadline of June 26, 2025. While specific evaluation criteria are not fully detailed, the solicitation indicates Eaton Aerospace, LLC is the qualified source for these specialized valves. The contract will be structured as a firm fixed price arrangement, with no specific set-aside designation for small businesses or other priority groups. An Ombudsman will be available to address contractor concerns during the proposal development phase, providing potential bidders with a point of contact for clarification or questions.

The valves are precisely specified, measuring 6.7 inches long, 2.5 inches wide, 5.3 inches high, and weighing 2.6 pounds. The total quantity requirement ranges from 7-41 units, with a delivery deadline of June 2, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS category 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing and PSC category 4810 for Powered Valves. The anticipated contract award is estimated to occur approximately 45 calendar days after the solicitation closing date. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the specialized nature of the aerospace components suggests a potentially significant contract value given the technical specifications and military application. The pre-solicitation notice provides contractors with advance notification to prepare competitive proposals for this Defense Logistics Agency Aviation procurement opportunity.