AIRCRAFT SEAT CUSHION / E2A, AH-64E APACHE HELICOPTER
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 an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Aircraft Seat Cushions (NSN: 1680-01-686-4458) for the AH-64E Apache Helicopter. This will be an unrestricted procurement (other than full and open competition) for a 5-year base period. Responses are due March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of aircraft seat cushions, specifically NSN 1680-01-686-4458. The parts are manufactured by BAE Systems Land & Armaments L.P. (CAGE 54786) under part number 100920-3 and The Boeing Company (CAGE 8V613) under part number 7-611910030-003.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period with zero options
- Estimated Annual Quantity: 40 each
- Delivery: 158 days after date of order
- Inspection/Acceptance: At origin
- FOB: Destination
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about February 23, 2026
- Response Due: March 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: February 6, 2026
Key Requirements & Process
- Restricted Data: This item requires access to data restricted to contractors certified by DOD per DOD 5220.22M. Certification is obtained by submitting DD Form 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement, to the Defense Logistics Information Services.
- Reverse Auction: The solicitation includes DLAD Procurement Note L09, requiring participation in a reverse auction. Companies must register at DLA.PROCUREXINC.COM to participate. Suppliers are encouraged to self-register and review online training.
- Solicitation Access: 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.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Gladys Brown at gladys.brown@dla.mil or 445-737-4113.