BLADE,TURBINE ROTOR
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 Philadelphia, PA has issued a Solicitation for Turbine Rotor Blades (Product Service Code 2840). This acquisition is being conducted under emergency acquisition flexibilities, with the synopsis waived due to urgency. The requirement is for newly manufactured spares only, and offers from non-government-approved sources will be deemed technically unacceptable. Proposals are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks suppliers for BLADE, TURBINE ROTOR components, falling under Product Service Code 2840 (Gas Turbines And Jet Engines, Aircraft, Prime Moving; And Components). Key requirements include:
- Newly manufactured spares only: Refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired materials are not acceptable and will render offers ineligible.
- Government-approved sources: Offers from sources not approved by the government will be technically unacceptable.
- Distributor requirements: Authorized distributors of approved sources must submit a copy of their authorized distributor letter, on the source's letterhead, to the buyer via email at the time of proposal submittal.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: April 6, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published: March 6, 2026, 11:59 AM ET
- Agency: DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, PA
Key Requirements & Clauses
This solicitation incorporates several important clauses and requirements:
- Critical Safety Items (CSI): DFARS clause 252.209-7010, Identification of Critical Safety Items, is incorporated by reference.
- Product Verification Testing: For items with Government inspection and acceptance at the source, DLAD clause 46.292 is incorporated.
- Contractor Business Systems: DFARS clause 252.242-7005 is incorporated as applicable.
- Warranty: A warranty of supplies of a noncomplex nature is required for 12 months, with defects to be reported within 45 days of discovery.
- Buy American: Various Buy American, Free Trade Agreements, and Balance of Payments Program clauses apply.
Submission Instructions
Proposals should be submitted electronically via email to brett.duffey@dla.mil, as facsimile proposals are not accepted. Distributors must include their authorized distributor letter with their submission.