16--GEARBOX ASSY,INTERM
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 at Philadelphia, PA has issued a Presolicitation for the acquisition of four (4) GEARBOX ASSY, INTERM (NSN 7R-1680-015238190-H1, Reference Number 214-040-009-115). This is a flight-critical item requiring Government source approval prior to contract award. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of four (4) GEARBOX ASSY, INTERM. The item is designated as flight critical, necessitating engineering source approval by the design control activity. Existing approved sources possess unique design capabilities, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge, or technical data not economically available to the Government, which are essential for maintaining part quality.
Source Approval Requirements
- Approved Sources: Only sources previously approved by the Government for this item have been solicited.
- New Sources: Any alternate source must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, as approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. The time required for new source approval is typically such that an award cannot be delayed.
- Submission: If not an approved source, proposals must include information detailed in one of the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (Spares or Repair) available at the provided NAVSUP links. Offers failing to provide all required data or documentation of previous submission will not be considered.
- Award Contingency: If evaluation of a source approval request cannot be processed in time, or approval requirements preclude meeting Government needs, award may proceed based on Fleet support needs with approved sources.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Product Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 04:00 AM EDT
- Published: February 19, 2026
- Delivery: FOB Origin
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Rachel Raucheisen at RACHEL.RAUCHEISEN@DLA.MIL or (215)737-7063.