B-52 Landing Gear Drag Link
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 at Ogden, UT, is soliciting proposals for the acquisition of 39 B-52 Landing Gear Drag Links (NSN: 1620-00-620-7642). This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside and is restricted to qualified sources. Proposals are due May 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM (local time).
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 39 tripod links for the outboard drag strut on the B-52 Aircraft's landing gear. The item is identified by NSN: 1620-00-620-7642 and manufacturer part number 5-36035-3, made of Metal-Aluminum. Key requirements include:
- Quantity: 39 units. Bidders may propose either a First Article (FA) plus 38 production articles, or an FA waiver plus 39 production articles.
- Marking: Item Unique Identification (IUID) is required, along with physical item markings per MIL-STD-130 and serial numbers.
- Quality Assurance: Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements, specifically AS9100.
- Engineering Data: An Engineering Data List (EDL) provides critical drawing numbers and references, superseding previous engineering instructions.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation, Firm Fixed Price for line items.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Qualified Sources: Restricted to Machine Specialites (CAGE 1DDX0), Arlington Precision Components (CAGE 3TKZ9), and Thomas Instrament Inc. (CAGE 5H860).
- Delivery: First Article within 365 calendar days After Receipt of Order (ARO), and production articles within 14 months ARO. Early and partial deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost to the Government.
- Packaging: Strict adherence to Special Packaging Instructions (SPI) for the drag link, including MIL-STD-2073 for preservation, MIL-STD-129 for marking, and ISPM No. 15 for wood packaging material. A general Statement of Work (SOW) for packaging also applies, detailing compliance with various DoD Military Standards.
- First Article Testing: A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) outlines specific requirements for Test/Inspection Reports and Government Testing (Data Item A001), to be submitted concurrently with the First Article. A First Article Evaluation Cost of $2,000.00 applies.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due: May 11, 2026, 2:00 PM (local time for DLA Aviation at Ogden, UT).
- Evaluation Criteria: Price or Cost is the primary factor (Order of Importance 01). Other factors are combined and evaluated as a whole.
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) is required for payment requests and receiving reports.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Justin Rogers at justin.rogers.28@us.af.mil.