C4N | SKID TUBE ASSEMBLY | HELICOPTER H1
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 Presolicitation for a Skid Tube Assembly (NSN: 1620-007942624) for Helicopter H1. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about March 12, 2026, with responses due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the manufacture of Skid Tube Assemblies, specifically part number 205-050-152-60, in accordance with basic drawing NR 97499 205-050-152, Revision NR AP DTD 03/28/2007. The estimated annual quantity is 40 each.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 2-year base period with zero (0) options
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Solicitation Issue Date (Estimated): On or about March 12, 2026
- Response Due Date: April 13, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Published Date: February 25, 2026
Requirements
Contractor First Article Testing (FAT) is required. The test report is due 250 days after receipt of order (DARO). Government approval/disapproval will occur 60 days after receipt of the test report. Delivery of production units is required 250 days after government approval. FAT terms include inspection at origin, acceptance at destination, and FOB destination. Production unit terms include inspection and acceptance at origin, and FOB origin. This item requires access to restricted unclassified data, necessitating DOD certification via DD Form 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement.
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP. A paper copy will not be available.