Coupling, Regulated

Quick Summary

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK has issued a Presolicitation / Notice of Intent for the sole source acquisition of Coupling, Regulated (NSN 1680-01-397-6026, PN 61520-3) spares for C-135 aircraft. This acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) due to the availability of supplies from only one or a limited number of responsible sources. The acquisition will not be set aside. An RFP (SPRTA1-26-R-0176) is estimated to issue on February 27, 2026, with an estimated closing date of March 30, 2026.

Opportunity Details

• Nomenclature: Coupling, Regulated
• NSN: 1680-01-397-6026
• Part Number: 61520-3
• Function: Regulates fuel flow from supplier aircraft nozzle to receiver aircraft receptacle. Applicable to C-135 aircraft. Material is Aluminum, weighing 16.5 lbs.
• Quantity: 66 each (Line Item 0001), with a range of 17-99 units.
• Destination: Tinker AFB, OK (SW3211).
• Required Delivery: Phased deliveries are required, starting with 10 units on or before June 28, 2027, and concluding with 6 units on or before December 28, 2027.

Contract & Procurement

• Type: Request for Proposal (RFP) - SPRTA1-26-R-0176.
• Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) - Supplies (or Services) required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources.
• Set-Aside: Not set aside.
• Qualified Sources: Eaton Corporation (CAGE 86090) is identified as a qualified source and has been a previous supplier.
• Data Rights: The Government does not own the data or rights needed to manufacture this item; firms are encouraged to contact the OEM.
• Commercial Items: The Government is not using Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items); however, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
• UID: UID requirements will apply.
• Export Control: No export control requirements.
• Surplus: Surplus is not authorized.

Response & Deadlines

• Notice Published: February 12, 2026
• Estimated RFP Issue Date: February 27, 2026
• Estimated RFP Closing Date: March 30, 2026
• Submission: Electronic procedures will be used, and the solicitation will be available for download only at www.sam.gov.
• Consideration: This notice of intent is not a request for competition. However, all proposals received within 45 days after the publication date of this synopsis will be considered.
• Evaluation: Price will be a significant factor, but the final award decision may be based on a combination of price and past performance.
• Anticipated Award: 90 days after the issuance of this notice.

Contact Information

• Buyer: Chrissy Turnage (christine.turnage@us.af.mil)
• Ombudsman: An Ombudsman is available at 385-591-1672 for concerns from offerors or potential offerors (do not call for solicitation requests).