Vane Segment, Compre (1C)

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is procuring 221 Nickel Alloy vane segments (with a potential range of 55-329 units) for the F100 engine's 8th stage stator, which are critical components that direct compressed air in the High Pressure Compressor. These components are essential to aircraft engine functionality and require specialized manufacturing capabilities. The solicitation (SPRTA126R0130) is seeking qualified sources capable of meeting export control requirements and unique identification (UID) requirements for unit prices exceeding $5,000. While specific evaluation criteria details are not outlined in the synopsis, the government is utilizing 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) authority that may limit sources to qualified providers. The pre-solicitation period runs from January 8, 2026 to January 23, 2026, with an anticipated award date approximately 60 days after the notice. Interested parties may direct technical questions to buyer Rhonda Ehrhardt at 405-855-3000 or rhonda.ehrhardt@us.af.mil, and contractor concerns can be addressed to the Ombudsman at (385) 591-1672.

This procurement carries no set-aside designations, and RTX Corp. (CAGE 52661) is identified as the incumbent contractor, having previously been awarded 268 units under order SPRTA124F0196. The contract includes a defined delivery schedule requiring 16 units per month beginning March 31, 2029, with all deliveries destined for Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. While specific contract award values are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the combination of specialized manufacturing requirements, export controls, and the delivery quantities suggest a significant procurement. The government's identification of a qualified incumbent source and the use of restricted competition authority indicate that established manufacturing capability and quality assurance credentials will be critical to potential award. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and PSC 2840 (Gas Turbines and Jet Engines, Aircraft, and Components).