Cylinder 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 at Warner Robins, GA, under the Department of Defense, has issued a Sole Source Justification for the procurement of Cylinder Assemblies (Flight Control Actuator Assemblies). This action is for a one-time, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract with Bell Textron Inc. (CAGE: 97499) due to an "Unusual and Compelling Urgency." The components are critical "Safety of Flight" items for the TH-1H training helicopter fleet, which is experiencing a critical shortage.
Scope of Work
This justification covers the procurement of 10ea Flight Control Actuator Assemblies (NSN: 1650-01-187-9395HL, PN: 205-076-056-107). These assemblies are essential for the operational readiness of the TH-1H training helicopter fleet. The urgency is driven by a significant negative trend in reliability and a lack of available assets at the wholesale level, threatening to ground aircraft and degrade operational readiness.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) one-time buy.
- Projected Period of Performance: Delivery required within 60 days of contract award.
- Estimated Amount: Derived from a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) provided by Bell Textron on January 27, 2026.
- Published Date: June 16, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a sole source justification for Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. (CAGE 97499) as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
Evaluation
This document serves as a justification for a sole-source award and is not a solicitation for proposals. First Article Testing is waived. The Contracting Officer will determine the anticipated contract cost/price as fair and reasonable.
Additional Notes
Market research identified six qualified sources, but only Bell Textron could meet the immediate requirement for assets conforming to technical specifications within the necessary timeframe. Other vendors could not meet quantity, timeframe, or specifications, or did not respond. A long-term strategic procurement effort for these components is currently underway, with an expected award in Fiscal Year 2028.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Rebecca Taylor (rebecca.taylor.21@us.af.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Roberto Martinez-Perez (roberto.martinez-perez@dla.mil)