C-5 Carbon Heat Sink Exchange
SOL #: SPRHA1-26-R-0855Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION AT OGDEN, UT
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, UT, 84056-5820, United States
Place of Performance
Place of performance not available
NAICS
Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)
PSC
Aircraft Wheel And Brake Systems (1630)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Jan 5, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Mar 6, 2026, 6:59 AM
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 Ogden, UT, part of the Department of Defense, is soliciting proposals for the C-5 Carbon Heat Sink Exchange. This opportunity involves the procurement, remanufacture, and new manufacture support for the C-5 Heat Sink Assembly. This is a Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due March 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the "C-5 Heat Sink 1-for-1 Exchange" program. Key requirements include:
- Procurement of C-5 Heat Sink Assembly (NSN: 1630-01-592-5894 LE).
- Support for both remanufacture and new manufacture of the heat sinks.
- Items must adhere to specific markings per MIL-STD-130.
- Delivery terms are FOB Destination.
- Quality Assurance requires compliance with ISO 9001-2015.
- Inspection and Acceptance will occur at the destination for specific items.
- Unique Item Identification (UID) is required.
- The Buy American Act/Balance of Payments Program applies.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for the base period.
- Structure: Includes a base period (Years 1 and 2) and two option periods (Option 1: Years 3-6, Option 2: Years 7-10).
- Pricing: Option year pricing is "To Be Negotiated" (TBN).
- Funding: Funds are not presently available, and no award will be made until funds become available.
- Set-Aside: Small Business.
- NAICS Code: 336413, with a Size Standard of 1,250 employees.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 5, 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be primarily evaluated based on Price or Cost, with other factors also considered.
- The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Michelle Mihu (michelle.mihu@us.af.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Kyle Swaner (kyle.swaner@us.af.mil)
People
Points of Contact
Michelle MihuPRIMARY
Kyle SwanerSECONDARY
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Solicitation
Posted: Jan 5, 2026