COMPENSATOR,LIQUID
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 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (SPE4A626Q0471) for COMPENSATOR,LIQUID (NSN: 6680-01-067-4552). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, seeking 8 units of the item. The solicitation will result in a Purchase Order in accordance with FAR 13.5. Responses are due by February 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of 8 each of COMPENSATOR,LIQUID, NSN 6680-01-067-4552. The item has a Quality Control Code (QCC) of RCA and includes Contractor's First Article Testing. Requested delivery is 325 days ARO (After Receipt of Order). Terms are FOB Origin, with Inspection and Acceptance at Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Anticipated Award Type: Purchase Order (IAW FAR 13.5)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Solicitation Release Date: Anticipated February 12, 2026
- Response Due Date: February 26, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published Date: February 5, 2026
- Approved Sources: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC. (CAGE 94580), FIRSTMARK AEROSPACE CORP (CAGE 3BMV1), LAVI SYSTEMS, INC. (CAGE 0ADZ9).
Evaluation
The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation. This item is considered commercial of a type and will utilize solicitation and award procedures in accordance with FAR 13.5.
Response Information & Additional Notes
Surplus dealers, small business dealers, and distributors with existing stock or newly manufactured material are invited to respond. Responses should include a completed surplus certificate (DLAD 52.211-9000) or adequate traceability documentation, along with quantity available and price. The government may alter the acquisition strategy if beneficial.
The solicitation will be available via the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date. Interested parties should search for RFQ SPE4A626Q0471. The attached SAR_Guidance.pdf provides critical information for potential bidders on submitting Source Approval Requests (SARs) to DLA Aviation, outlining the process, electronic submission via DoD SAFE, and expected review timelines (over 180 days). This is relevant for those not currently approved sources but wishing to become one.