ACTUATOR HOUSING, NSN 1620-016835794, Part-Number 42357- 141, Weapon System Designator Code 11F
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 is issuing a presolicitation for Actuator Housings (NSN 1620-01-683-5794, Part Number 42357-141). This is a DLA Direct Procurement for a quantity of 12 units, with a Firm Fixed Price contract type anticipated. The solicitation will be issued as Other Than Full and Open Competition Not Previously Addressed. The response date is April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 12 each of the Actuator Housing, NSN 1620-01-683-5794, Part Number 42357-141, which is associated with Weapon System Designator Code 11F. Delivery of production units is required within 277 days after receipt of order. FOB, Inspection, and Acceptance will all be at Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Competition: Other Than Full and Open Competition Not Previously Addressed
- Quantity: 12 each
- Delivery: 277 days after receipt of order
- FOB/Inspection/Acceptance: Origin
- Solicitation Issue Date (Estimated): On or around March 11, 2026
- Response Date: April 8, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published Date: February 25, 2026
Set-Aside
No specific set-aside designation is provided; the procurement is identified as Other Than Full and Open Competition Not Previously Addressed.
Solicitation Access
A copy of the solicitation will be available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at HTTPS://WWW.DIBBS.BSM.DLA.MIL/RFP on the issue date. Paper copies will not be available.
Additional Notes
An attached document, the "Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook" (dated March 16, 2011), provides critical guidance for potential bidders. This handbook outlines the Source Approval Request (SAR) process for aviation parts, especially Critical Safety Items (CSIs). Bidders interested in supplying such items must understand the SAR process, including types of sources considered, SAR package development and submission, risk management, technical review criteria, site surveys, and source validation. Vendors should consult this handbook to understand the necessary steps and documentation for source approval, which may be a prerequisite for this type of procurement.