53--RIVET,BLIND
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, under the Department of Defense, is soliciting quotes for RIVET,BLIND (NSN 5320011630179). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for an Automated Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC). Quotes are due by April 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for Line 0001, requiring 62,546 units of RIVET,BLIND, with delivery required within 104 days after order (ADO). Items will be shipped to various CONUS and OCONUS DLA Depots. The resulting Automated IDC will have a term of one year or until an aggregate total of $350,000 is reached, with an estimated two orders per year. A guaranteed minimum quantity of 6,254 units is specified.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) leading to an Automated Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC)
- Duration: One year or until $350,000 aggregate total
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 29, 2026
- Published: April 14, 2026
Submission & Contact
The solicitation is an RFQ and will be available via the link provided in the notice; hard copies are not available. Digitized drawings and military specifications/standards can be retrieved electronically. All responsible sources may submit a timely quote, which will be considered. Quotes must be submitted electronically. Questions should be emailed to the buyer listed in block 5 of the solicitation document, or to DibbsBSM@dla.mil if the additional information link is not working. The solicitation can also be found by typing the solicitation number into the Global Search box at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/Solicitations/.