C-5 Right-Hand and Left-Hand Center Drive Units (Actuators)
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-Weapons Support), Robins AFB, GA, intends to acquire C-5 Right-Hand and Left-Hand Center Drive Units (Actuators) for the USAF 409th SCMS. This will be an Indefinite-Delivery-Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The government plans to solicit and negotiate with only one source, Honeywell International, Inc., under RFO 6.103-1. The solicitation is estimated to be posted on April 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the following National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and Part Numbers (P/Ns) for the C-5 Galaxy Aircraft:
- NSN: 1680-01-631-3650UC, P/N: 12688-14, Center Drive Units/Mechanical Actuators (Right Hand)
- NSN: 1680-01-631-3646UC, P/N: 12688-13, Center Drive Units/Mechanical Actuators (Left Hand) The IDIQ contract will have a maximum quantity of 10 each per ordering period, across three ordering periods, totaling a maximum of 30 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite-Delivery-Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source to Honeywell International, Inc., CAGE 59364)
- Estimated Solicitation Posting: April 22, 2026
- Published Date: April 7, 2026
- Product Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
Evaluation
This proposed contract action is for supplies for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source, Honeywell International, Inc. However, interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. All proposals received before the closing date of the synopsis publication will be considered by the Government. Drawings/data are not available from the procuring activity. The Government is not using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.
Additional Notes
This is a presolicitation notice. The contact for this opportunity is Brooke Whitford (Brooke.whitford.3@us.af.mil).