05F | C/KC-135 | CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, R
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is issuing a Presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Cylinder Assembly, R (NSN: 1680-012011689), used in C/KC-135 aircraft. This procurement is designated as Unrestricted (Other Than Full and Open Competition). The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about January 21, 2026, with responses due by February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of Cylinder Assembly, R, identified by NSN: 1680-012011689 and IQC PR: 1000217162. The item is currently manufactured by REAL-TIME LABORATORIES, LLC (P/N 2082-1). The estimated annual quantity is 40 each. Delivery is required 250 days after receipt of order. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin, and the Free On Board (FOB) point is also at origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period with zero (0) option years
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Published Date: January 6, 2026
- Anticipated Issue Date: On or about January 21, 2026
- Response Date: February 19, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
Special Requirements
Access to the technical data for this item is restricted to contractors certified by the Department of Defense (DOD) to access unclassified data per DOD 5220.22M. Certification is obtained by submitting DD Form 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement, to the Defense Logistics Information Services.
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be available exclusively via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP. No paper copies will be provided. Bidders will need the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the documents.