AIRCRAFT, HERCULES, C-130; FITTING, STRUCTURAL AIRCRAFT

SOL #: SPE4A726R0089Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION
RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Airframe Structural Components (1560)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Timeline

1
Posted
Feb 26, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 13, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 an Indefinite Quantity Contract for C-130 Hercules Aircraft Structural Fittings (NSN 1560-010720029). This procurement is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about March 13, 2026, with proposals due by April 13, 2026.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for the supply of AIRCRAFT, HERCULES, C-130; FITTING, STRUCTURAL AIRCRAFT, identified by NSN 1560-010720029. Key details include:

  • Contract Duration: 60 months (5 years) ordering period, with no option to extend.
  • Delivery Schedule: 725 days production, including Government First Article Test and Evaluation.
  • Quantities: Estimated Annual Quantities for the base period are 10 each.
  • Technical Requirements: Export Control applies, Critical Application Item, Configuration Control applies, Government First Article Test requirements apply. Not a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and Production Lot Test (PLT) requirements do not apply.
  • FOB/Inspection: FOB Destination, Inspection/Acceptance at Origin.

Contract Details

  • Opportunity Type: Presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract
  • Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
  • NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing)
  • Agency: DLA Aviation, Department of Defense
  • Place of Performance: Richmond, VA (for inspection/acceptance)

Submission & Evaluation

  • Solicitation Availability: Expected on or about March 13, 2026, via DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/. A paper copy will not be available.
  • Proposal Submission: Submit written offers to fax # (804) 279-4165. Offerors must complete a copy of the solicitation.
  • Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on a combination of price, past performance (evaluated using PPIRS), and other factors described in the solicitation.
  • Market Research Note: The Government is not using Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation, but interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.

Key Dates

  • Published Date: February 26, 2026
  • Solicitation Issue Date (Est.): March 13, 2026
  • Proposal Due Date: April 13, 2026, 6:00 PM ET

Contact Information

People

Points of Contact

JENIER MITCHELLPRIMARY
jenier.mitchell@dla.mil
8046596388

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