CYLINDER AND PISTON
Overview
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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 Ogden, UT, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the supply of Cylinder and Piston components for the T-38 Main Landing Gear (MLG) Strut Assembly. This procurement is a sole-source action restricted to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation. Quotations are due by March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of an Outer Cylinder for the T-38 MLG Strut Assy, specifically Part Number 7227216-10, manufactured from 7049-T73 Aluminum Alloy. Key deliverables include:
- Item 0001: CYLINDER AND PISTON (NSN: 1620002640750LE).
- Item 0001AA: First Article Test Report, in accordance with DD 1423-1.
- Item 0001AB: First Article.
- Items 0001AC & 0001AD: Production Articles.
Contractors must adhere to strict military standards for packaging, preservation, and marking, including MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, ISPM 15, and regulations for hazardous materials. IUID is required, and physical item markings must comply with MIL-STD-130. Quality Assurance requires compliance with AS9100.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation / Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside; restricted to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation.
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- Delivery: Varies by line item, ranging from 365 calendar days ARO for the First Article to 1142 and 1627 calendar days ARO for Production Articles, with delivery to Hill Air Force Base, UT.
- Quotation Due: March 9, 2026, by close of business.
- Published: February 9, 2026.
Evaluation
The government will evaluate quotations primarily based on Price or Cost. The cost of First Article testing, estimated at $1,800.00, will be a factor in the evaluation. Offers proposing delivery outside the specified period will be considered nonresponsive.
Additional Notes
Proprietary data related to this requirement is specific to Northrop Grumman Systems. For inquiries, contact Michelle L Parker at michelle.parker.2@us.af.mil or 385-519-8190.