AIRCRAFT, STRATOFORTRESS, B-52; DOOR, ACCESS, AIRCRAFT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 has issued a presolicitation for B-52 Stratofortress Aircraft Access Doors (NSN 1560-016038711). This requirement is for an Indefinite Quantity Contract with a 5-year ordering period. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation is expected to be released on or about April 29, 2026, with proposals due by May 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity seeks to procure AIRCRAFT, STRATOFORTRESS, B-52; DOOR, ACCESS, AIRCRAFT, identified by NSN 1560-016038711. Key requirements include:
- Contract Duration: 60 months (5 years) ordering period; no option to extend.
- Delivery Schedule: 365 days production.
- Item Characteristics: Critical Application Item; Export Control applies; Configuration Control applies.
- Testing: First Article Test (FAT) and Production Lot Test (PLT) requirements do not apply.
- Estimated Quantities: 10 units annually for the 5-year base period.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 1560 (Airframe Structural Components)
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about April 29, 2026
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 14, 2026
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Access: The solicitation will be available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/ on the issue date. Paper copies will not be provided.
- Offer Submission: Offers must be submitted via fax to (804) 279-4165. Offerors must complete a copy of the solicitation to be considered.
- Evaluation: Past Performance will be evaluated using PPIRS. The Government is not using policies contained in FAR Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation. All responsible sources may submit an offer.
- FOB/Inspection: FOB Destination, Inspection/Acceptance at Origin.
Additional Notes
Specifications, plans, or drawings may be available through C-Folders if applicable. Interested parties should monitor DIBBS for the official solicitation release.