11F | DUCT, MANIFOLD, AIR B | C-5
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 has issued a Presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for DUCT, MANIFOLD, AIR B (NSN: 1560-006898284) for the C-5 aircraft. This procurement is designated as Unrestricted (Other Than Full and Open Competition). The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about December 30, 2025, with responses due by January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This IQC is for the procurement of DUCT, MANIFOLD, AIR B, identified by NSN 1560-006898284 and IQC PR 1000215725. The item is currently manufactured by ARROWHEAD PRODUCTS CORP (P/N 12556-101A) and SENIOR OPERATIONS LLC (P/N 1511295-101). The estimated annual quantity is 40 each. Delivery is required 450 days after receipt of order, with inspection and acceptance taking place at origin. FOB terms are also at origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 3-year base period, with zero (0) option years.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about December 30, 2025
- Response Due: January 29, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published: December 15, 2025
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be made available exclusively through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at HTTPS://WWW.DIBBS.BSM.DLA.MIL/RFP. Interested parties should navigate to the "Requests for Proposal (RFP) / Invitation for Bid (IFB)" section under "Solicitations" to download the PDF document. A paper copy of the solicitation will not be provided. For inquiries, contact Ryan Loeffelholz at ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil or 804-279-1452.