17--STRUCTURAL COMPONEN

SOL #: SPRPA126RZA18Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA

PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5098, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Aircraft Launching Equipment (1720)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/922173ea0c8b46dc8ddbbb265b425194/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 7, 2026

Last Updated

Apr 15, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 26, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 Total Small Business Set-Aside solicitation for Structural Components (Part Number: 628523-1L). This is a NEW SPARES requirement for Aircraft Launching Equipment (ALRE), designated as both a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and a Critical Application Item (CAI). Proposals are due March 26, 2026.

Scope of Work

This solicitation seeks qualified manufacturers for structural components used in crucial shipboard aircraft launch and recovery systems. The work involves manufacturing, testing, and inspection in accordance with drawing 628523-1L and referenced specifications. Contractors are responsible for all manufacturing aids. Markings must comply with MIL-STD-130, and if MIL-STD-454 is referenced, compliance with IPC/EIAJ-STD-001C is required.

Key Requirements

Source Approval: Mandatory USG Source Approval by Naval Air Systems Command is required prior to award. Unapproved sources must submit a comprehensive Source Approval Request, including detailed documentation (e.g., configuration drawings, process sheets, comparative analysis, inspection methods), to the contracting officer by the solicitation's closing date. Failure to provide required data will result in non-consideration.
Quality Assurance: Extensive quality assurance provisions apply, including 100% inspection for critical features, NADCAP/ISO 17025 accredited Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), and specific controls for critical manufacturing processes such as Heat Treat, Welding, and Material Processing Requirements (MPR).
First Article Testing (FAT): A mandatory First Article Test (one uncoated unit) is required, subject to Government witnessing and approval. Detailed testing, reporting (per CDRL and MIL-STD-831), and a 45-day Government approval period are specified. Costs for retesting after disapproval are borne by the contractor. A waiver for FAT may be granted to previously approved sources under strict conditions, requiring two separate price submissions.
Welding: Specific requirements for welding procedures, welder performance qualification, Level III certification, and visual inspection procedures are detailed.
Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 packaging requirements apply.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Solicitation (Competitive Acquisition)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business
Proposal Due: March 26, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
Published: April 7, 2026

Evaluation

Offerors will be evaluated based on price, delivery timeframe, and past performance. Non-price factors, when combined, are approximately equal to cost or price. The Government reserves the right to conduct a reverse auction.