AIRCRAFT, GALAXY, C-5; LEVER, MLG DOOR LOCK
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 DLA Aviation, under the Department of Defense, has issued a presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) to procure Lever, MLG Door Lock for C-5 Galaxy Aircraft (NSN 1560-004041809). This is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation is expected on January 30, 2026, with proposals due by March 2, 2026, indicating a tight response window.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for the supply of a critical application item, the Lever, MLG Door Lock, for the C-5 Galaxy aircraft. The NSN is 1560-004041809. Key requirements include Configuration Control and Government First Article Test. Export Control applies to this item. Estimated annual quantities are 10 units for the five-year ordering period, with a total delivery schedule of 365 days production.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 60-month (5-year) ordering period; no option to extend.
- Set-Aside: Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- Solicitation Issue: On or about January 30, 2026
- Proposal Due: March 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Published: January 15, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on a combination of price, past performance (evaluated via PPIRS), and other factors detailed in the solicitation. The Government is not using Part 15 (Contracting by Negotiation) policies. Interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
The solicitation will be available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/ on the issue date. Offerors must download and complete the solicitation to be considered. Offers are to be submitted via fax to (804) 279-4165. Paper copies will not be provided.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jenier Mitchell at jenier.mitchell@dla.mil or (804) 659-6388.