06F | C-130 | DUCT ASSEMBLY, BLEED

SOL #: SPE4A726R0213Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA AVIATION

RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

No NAICS code specified

PSC

Airframe Structural Components (1560)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/16bc8c509cf74165a57533230d3c8d30/view

Timeline

Posted

Dec 22, 2025

Last Updated

Feb 12, 2026

Response Deadline

Feb 9, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 C-130 DUCT ASSEMBLY, BLEED (NSN: 1560-004728152). This procurement is designated as Unrestricted but will be conducted as Other Than Full and Open Competition, implying specific justifications for limiting the competitive pool. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about January 9, 2025, with responses due by February 9, 2026.

Scope of Work

This IQC is for the procurement of DUCT ASSEMBLY, BLEED for C-130 aircraft. The item is currently manufactured by SENIOR OPERATIONS LLC, LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP, and ARROWHEAD PRODUCTS CORP. The estimated annual quantity is 40 units.

Contract & Timeline

Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
Duration: 3-year base period with zero (0) options.
Estimated Annual Quantity: 40 each.
Delivery: 450 days after receipt of order.
Inspection/Acceptance & FOB: At Origin (contractor's facility).
Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Other Than Full and Open Competition).
Solicitation Issue Date: On or about January 9, 2025.
Response Due: February 9, 2026.
Published Date: December 22, 2025.

Special Requirements

This item requires access to restricted technical data. Contractors must be certified by 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.

Solicitation Access

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 issued. Interested parties should search for the RFP on DIBBS after the issue date.