C-130 Butterfly Valve
Overview
Buyer
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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 Oklahoma City is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of C-130 Butterfly Valves. This is an Unrestricted acquisition for a critical component of the aircraft's cockpit environmental control system. Proposals are due by April 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (SPRTA1-26-R-0157) is for a Temp Control Valve designed to open and close an air duct within the C-130 cockpit environmental control system. Key specifications include:
- Material: Stainless Steel 347 CRES (per AMS 5362), Aluminum, and Electrical Components.
- Function: Regulates air flow in the cockpit environmental control system.
- Quantities: Ranges include 32 EA, 65 EA, and 128 EA, with a total potential quantity of 192 EA.
- Quality Assurance: Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements apply, with AS9100 noted as a standard.
- IUID: Required for physical item markings.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (SF 1447).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Proposal Due: April 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM (Central Time).
- Published Date: March 3, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to dana.craun@us.af.mil.
- Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on "Price or Cost" (Order of Importance 01) and "Technical" (Order of Importance 02). Technical acceptability will be determined by compliance with Section B, reference specifications, engineering notes, and other attachments.
Additional Notes
This is a "Rated Order" under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). The solicitation includes various FAR and DFARS clauses relevant to contract administration, inspection, acceptance, payment, and representations and certifications.