CONTROL ASSEMBLY
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 5-year Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for CONTROL ASSEMBLY (NSN 1615-011701224). This procurement is designated as Unrestricted but specifies "Other than Full and Open Competition" with identified sources. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about March 27, 2026, with proposals likely due by April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the supply of CONTROL ASSEMBLY, NSN 1615-011701224. Key requirements include:
- Critical Application Item with Export Control and Configuration Control applying.
- No First Article Test (FAT) or Production Lot Test (PLT) requirements.
- Estimated Annual Quantity: 20 units per year for the 5-year base period.
- Delivery Schedule: 365 days production.
- FOB Destination, with Inspection/Acceptance at Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 60 months (5 years) base period; no option to extend.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (with Other than Full and Open Competition)
- NAICS Code: 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing)
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about March 27, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: April 27, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: March 12, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on a combination of price, past performance (evaluated via PPIRS), and other factors described in the solicitation. The Government is not using policies contained in FAR Part 15 for this procurement.
- Solicitation Availability: A copy of the solicitation will be made available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/ on the issue date. Paper copies will not be provided.
- Offer Submission: Offers must be submitted via fax to (804) 279-4165. Offerors must complete a copy of the solicitation to be considered.
- Capability Statement: Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice (by March 27, 2026).
Identified Sources
The description lists the following sources of supply:
- TRANSDIGM INC (CAGE: 04638, P/N 110631 & 7-117420027)
- THE BOEING COMPANY (CAGE: 8V613, P/N 7-117420027)
- CABLECRAFT MOTION CONTROLS LLC (CAGE: 0ANK9, P/N 7-117420027)