17--STRUCTURAL COMPONEN
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 is soliciting proposals for Structural Components (Part Number: 628523-1L), classified as a new spares requirement, Critical Safety Item (CSI), and Critical Application Item (CAI) for Aircraft Launching Equipment (ALRE). This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacturing, testing, and inspection of structural components according to drawing 628523-1L and referenced specifications. The material is critical for crucial shipboard systems enabling aircraft launch and recovery. Contractors are responsible for providing all necessary manufacturing aids.
Source Approval & Quality Requirements
USG Source Approval is mandatory prior to award. Companies not currently approved must submit detailed information from the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure with their proposal by the closing date. Engineering source approval by Naval Air Systems Command is also required.
Strict Quality Assurance Provisions (QAP dated 25MAR2021) apply, including:
- 100% inspection for critical and major features.
- First Article Testing (FAT), requiring one unit for Government evaluation and a comprehensive First Article Test Report. Government personnel may witness testing.
- Companies performing Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) must be NADCAP accredited or ISO 17025 accredited.
- Mandatory inspection by the cognizant DCMAO Quality Assurance Representative (QAR).
- Final inspection requires 14-day advance notification to the PCO and NAWC Lakehurst QA.
- A waiver for FAT requirements may be considered for offerors with previous identical production and certifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: May 6, 2026, 2:00 PM Local Time
- Published: April 15, 2026
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on price, delivery timeframe, and past performance. All evaluation factors other than cost or price, when combined, are approximately equal to cost or price. The Government may conduct a reverse auction.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact MICHAEL.KNEBLE@DLA.MIL or call 215-737-5619.