BEARING,BALL,AIRFRA
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 soliciting proposals for a Commercial Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) for Bearing, Ball, Airfra (NSN: 3110-01-472-4266). This opportunity is a Small Business Set Aside and will result in a five-year base contract. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on June 12, 2026, with responses due by June 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for Bearing, Ball, Airfra, identified by NSN 3110-01-472-4266. Key specifications include:
- Terms: FOB Destination, Inspection and Acceptance at Origin.
- Item Type: Stocked Item, Critical Application Item (CAI).
- Quality: QCC of LCA.
- Demand: Estimated Annual Demand is 382 units, with a Minimum of 95 and a Maximum of 382 units.
- Delivery: Requested within 168 days ARO (After Receipt of Order).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Commercial Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) in accordance with FAR 12.201-1.
- Duration: Five-year base period.
- Set-Aside: Small Business Set Aside; only offers from small businesses will be considered.
- Solicitation Release: Anticipated June 12, 2026.
- Response Due: June 26, 2026, by 7:00 PM UTC.
- Published Date: June 12, 2026.
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. This solicitation includes Procurement Notice L09, Reverse Auction. Offerors are encouraged to review the Reverse Auction help tutorials on the Procurex system (https://dla.procurexinc.com/_theme/dla/Pages/default.aspx) to prepare for potential participation.
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be available on the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date. Offerors should select "Requests for Proposal (RFP) / Invitation for Bid (IFB)" and search for the RFP. A paper copy will not be available. Surplus dealers, small business dealers, and distributors with existing stock are invited to respond, providing a completed surplus certificate (DLAD 52.211-9000) or traceability documentation, along with quantity and price. The government reserves the right to alter the acquisition strategy if beneficial.