16--SDSR,AIRCRAFT EQUIP
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 sole source acquisition of Aircraft Equipment (NSN 7R-1680-015728130-CB, REF NR 6120-0500-001), quantity 15 EA. This requirement is for a flight-critical item necessitating engineering source approval by the design control activity. The Government intends to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1. Responses from interested and capable sources are due by April 7, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the acquisition of 15 units of NSN 7R-1680-015728130-CB, REF NR 6120-0500-001, with delivery FOB Origin. The part is flight-critical and requires engineering source approval. The approved source(s) possess unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge, or technical data not economically available to the Government, which is essential for maintaining part quality.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Proposed Sole Source Contract Action (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: April 7, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Published: February 20, 2026
Evaluation & Source Approval
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond. Proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered. Information received will primarily determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Non-approved sources must submit, with their proposal, information detailed in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice). Failure to provide all required data will result in non-consideration. New sources must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete is solely at its discretion. While FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) is not being used, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Contact: MALCOLM FILS, MALCOLM.FILS@DLA.MIL, (215)737-0422.