BEARING, PLAIN, SPHERICAL
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 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for BEARING, PLAIN, SPHERICAL (NSN: 3120-01-161-4373), identified as a Navy Critical Safety Item (CSI). This procurement requires Contractor First Article Testing. The solicitation is expected to be issued on March 17, 2026, with proposals due by March 31, 2026. This is a commercial item procurement utilizing FAR 13.5 procedures.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 305 EA of BEARING, PLAIN, SPHERICAL, Part Number: SB7001-048. Approved sources include Sikorsky Corp. (78286), Lord Corp. (75005), and SKF (80201). Key requirements include Contractor First Article Testing, FOB Destination, and Inspection and Acceptance at Origin. The item has a Quality Control Code (QCC) of RCF. Requested delivery is 228 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Commercial, IAW FAR 13.5)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Solicitation Issue Date: March 17, 2026
- Proposal Due: March 31, 2026
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Quantity: 305 EA
- Delivery: 228 days ARO
Evaluation
The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation.
Additional Notes
A copy of 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. A paper copy of the solicitation will not be available. Interested parties will need the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF documents.