16--WINDOW HEAT CONTROL
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 Solicitation for WINDOW HEAT CONTROL components (PSC 1680 - Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components). This opportunity requires FAA-Certified parts from government-approved sources only. Proposals are due April 10, 2026.
Scope of Requirements
This solicitation is for the procurement of WINDOW HEAT CONTROL components. Key requirements include:
- FAA-Certified parts possessing an FAA Authorized Release Certificate (FAA Form 8130-3 Airworthy Approval Tag).
- Issued under EAF Authority (formerly SEPA).
- Incorporates DFARS clause 252.209-7010 for Critical Safety Items (CSI).
- DLAD clause 52.?-9004 for Product Verification Testing (if government inspection/acceptance is at source).
- DFARS clause 252.242-7005 for Contractor Business Systems, as applicable.
- Drawings are not available for this Request For Quote.
- Offers must come from government-approved sources of supply. Offers from non-approved sources will be deemed technically unacceptable.
- Distributors of approved sources MUST submit an authorized distributor letter on source letterhead to the buyer via email at the time of proposal submittal.
- All offers must provide newly manufactured spares only; refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired material is not acceptable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 10, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET
- Published: March 11, 2026
Submission & Contact
Proposals should be emailed to ALANA.ARTHUR@DLA.MIL. Facsimile proposals are not accepted; email electronic versions instead.
Applicable Clauses
Various clauses are incorporated by reference, including: ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION, HIGHER-LEVEL CONTRACT QUALITY REQUIREMENT (AS/EN/JISQ 9100 or equivalent), WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS, NAVY USE OF ABILITYONE SUPPORT CONTRACTOR, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR VETERANS, WARRANTY OF SUPPLIES OF A NONCOMPLEX NATURE, EQUAL OPPORTUITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES, BUY AMERICAN-FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS-BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM-BASIC, ESTIMATE OF PERCENTAGE OF RECOVERED MATERIAL CONTENT FOR EPA DESIGNATED PRODUCTS, SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS, BUY AMERICAN-FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS-BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM CERTIFICATE-BASIC, BUY AMERICAN--BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM CERTIFICATE-BASIC, ALTERNATE A, ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS, ROYALTY INFORMATION, and NOTICE OF PRIORITY RATING FOR NATIONAL DEFENSE, EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, AND ENERGY PROGRAM USE.