BEARING,PLAIN,ROD E
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 (SPE4A626Q0549) for BEARING,PLAIN,ROD E (NSN: 3120-01-417-0135). This opportunity is for the procurement of 411 units of this Army Critical Safety Item. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on March 19, 2026, and will result in a Purchase Order in accordance with FAR 13.5.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 411 each of NSN 3120-01-417-0135, BEARING,PLAIN,ROD E. This item is an Army Critical Safety Item and includes requirements for Contractor First Article Testing, Government Production Lot Testing, and export control of technical data. Approved sources are LORD CORPORATION (CAGEs 30061, 76005) and SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT CORPORATIO (CAGE 78286). Delivery is requested 565 days ARO. Terms are FOB Origin, Inspection and Acceptance at Origin, with First Destination Transportation applying.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Anticipated Award: Purchase Order IAW FAR 13.5
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Quantity: 411 each
- Delivery: 565 days ARO
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors described in the solicitation. Surplus dealers, small business dealers, and distributors with existing stock or newly manufactured material are invited to respond. Responses should include a completed surplus certificate (DLAD 52.211-9000) or adequate traceability documentation, along with quantity available and price. The government may alter the acquisition strategy if purchasing existing inventory is in its best interest. The solicitation will be available via the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date.
Important Dates
- Solicitation Anticipated Release/Response Due: March 19, 2026
- Published Date: February 24, 2026
Additional Notes
A document titled "SAR_Guidance.pdf" provides instructions for submitting Source Approval Requests (SARs) to DLA Aviation. It outlines different submission processes for items with open solicitations versus those without, emphasizing electronic submission via DoD SAFE for the latter. Bidders are advised that SARs for fully competitive items (AMSC "G") will not be evaluated and that the review process can take over 180 days. Potential bidders should check the DLA Supplier Requirements Visibility Application for forecasting requirements.