Control, Assembly, Quadrant
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 at Oklahoma City is issuing a presolicitation for Control, Assembly, Quadrant (NSN: 1680-01-271-1620, PN: 899300-01) spares for the KC-135 aircraft. This is a non-competitive acquisition under RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0287, with Kiddie Technologies, Inc. identified as the sole qualified source. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is estimated to be issued on June 1, 2026, with a closing date of July 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 95 each (with a range of 24-143) of the Control, Assembly, Quadrant. This component provides signals to warning indicators to alert the aircraft of fire conditions in the auxiliary power unit. The items are electronic components housed in a metal case, measuring 21.0" (L) x 15.0" (W) x 9.5" (H) and weighing 12.3 pounds. Delivery is required at SW3211, Tinker AFB, OK, on or before December 31, 2027.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Request for Proposal (RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0287)
- Estimated RFP Issue Date: June 1, 2026
- Estimated Closing/Response Date: July 1, 2026
- Required Delivery: On or Before December 31, 2027
- Set-Aside: Not set aside (unrestricted)
- Published: May 15, 2026
Qualification Requirements
Contractors must be an approved source, specifically Kiddie Technologies, Inc. (CAGE 61423), as this part must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control or selected item drawing. The Government does not own the data or rights to the data needed to manufacture this item; interested firms are encouraged to contact the OEM. UID requirements will apply, and surplus is not authorized.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as the required supplies are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources. This notice of intent is not a request for competition. However, all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation, and proposals received within 45 days of the synopsis publication (May 15, 2026) will be considered. An Ombudsman is available for concerns during the proposal development phase. Electronic procedures will be used, and the solicitation will be available for download at www.sam.gov.
Contact Information
Questions can be directed to the buyer, Chrissy Turnage, at christine.turnage@us.af.mil.