47--TUBE ASSEMBLY,METAL
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) Land and Maritime has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the acquisition of specific "TUBE ASSEMBLY, METAL" and "ELBOW, TUBE" items. This acquisition, under Solicitation SPE7MX26RX013, is restricted to a limited number of approved sources due to unique requirements. The estimated contract value ranges from $900,000 to $20,000,000 over a three-year period.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for "TUBE ASSEMBLY, METAL" (NSN/P/N 4710012297700) and "ELBOW, TUBE" (NSN/P/N 4730014938729). These items must be form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with those currently used on supported end items or weapon systems. The acquisition is restricted to sources approved by the design control activity.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC), Indefinite-Quantity Contract.
- Duration: 3 Years (1 Base Year + 2 Option Years).
- Estimated Value: $900,000 to $20,000,000.
- Synopsis Date: On or about November 14, 2025, for 15 days.
- Solicitation Posting: To the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days.
- Published Date: June 22, 2026.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
- This acquisition is NOT set-aside for small businesses.
- It is restricted to specific approved sources: EATON AEROQUIP LLC and RC FLUID ENGINEERING, INC.
Evaluation
A price analysis will be conducted based on proposed or historical prices. Certified cost or pricing data may be requested from offerors.
Additional Notes
The justification cites AMSC C (requires engineering source approval) and AMSC P (Government does not own rights to data, uneconomical to reverse engineer). The solicitation will include DLAD Procurement Note, L04, which outlines the process for submitting alternate offers and requesting evaluation of technical acceptability for future procurements. Previous justifications for these NSNs are attached to the document.