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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 is soliciting for a Commercial Indefinite Delivery Contract for multiple National Stock Numbers (NSNs) of bearings, including Cylindrical Roller Bearings and Thrust Washer Bearings. This opportunity, identified as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, aims to establish a five-year contract for these critical application items. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on January 9, 2026, with responses due by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers four specific Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), primarily for Bearing, Roller, Cylindrical (NSNs 3110-01-260-4562, 3110-01-260-4563, 3110-01-260-4564) and Bearing, Washer, Thrust (NSN 3120-01-293-9463). All items are designated as Critical Application Items (CAI) and require Configuration Control. The approved source for all items is Eaton Aerospace LLC (62983).
Key details for each CLIN include:
- CLIN 0001 (NSN 3110-01-260-4562): Estimated Annual Demand 62, Max 62. FOB Destination, Inspection/Acceptance at Destination. Covered Defense Information and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 Self-Assessment apply. Requested delivery 420 days ARO.
- CLIN 0002 (NSN 3110-01-260-4563): Estimated Annual Demand 80, Max 80. FOB Destination, Inspection/Acceptance at Origin. Requested delivery 437 days ARO.
- CLIN 0003 (NSN 3110-01-260-4564): Estimated Annual Demand 60, Max 60. FOB Destination, Inspection/Acceptance at Destination. Requested delivery 328 days ARO.
- CLIN 0004 (NSN 3120-01-293-9463): Estimated Annual Demand 32, Max 32. FOB Destination, Inspection/Acceptance at Destination. Requested delivery 148 days ARO.
The acquisition strategy for these commercial items will utilize solicitation and award procedures in accordance with FAR 13.5.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Commercial Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDIC)
- Duration: Five-year base period
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Solicitation Release (Anticipated): January 9, 2026
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, 8:00 PM UTC
- Published: January 9, 2026
- Access: Solicitation will be available via the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date. Paper copies will not be provided.
Evaluation
Each CLIN will be individually evaluated and awarded. The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation.
Additional Notes
Surplus dealers, small business dealers, and distributors with existing stock or newly manufactured material are invited to respond. Responses should include a completed surplus certificate (DLAD 52.211-9000) or adequate traceability documentation, along with quantity available and price. The government reserves the right to alter the acquisition strategy if purchasing existing inventory is in its best interest.