Cylinder Assembly, Actuator
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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 soliciting proposals for the competitive procurement of Cylinder Assembly, Actuator (NSN: 1650-00-591-8287, Part Number: 5-84045-9) for E-3, E-8, and/or -135 series aircraft. This is a "Boeing Rights Guard" requirement, necessitating "EXPORT CONTROLLED" certification for access to the Technical Data Package (TDP). Proposals are due May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the competitive procurement of replenishment spare parts, specifically the KC-135 Main Landing Gear Door Actuator Assembly. It involves "First Article / New Manufacture" and the item is designated as an aviation critical safety item.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Not a Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- Product Service Code: 1650 (Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum And De Icing System Components).
- Special Conditions: This is a "Boeing Rights Guard" requirement. Vendors must be "EXPORT CONTROLLED" certified to receive and view the TDP and must submit a signed Attachment "A" within 5 working days of solicitation receipt to request the TDP.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission Deadline: Close of business, May 15, 2026.
- Solicitation Period: 45 days, with the first 15 days for TDP requests.
- Evaluation Factors: Price or Cost is the primary factor, followed by Technical Capability, which is significantly less important than cost or price.
- First Article Test Cost: An evaluation cost factor of $1,186.00 EA is noted for first article testing.
Qualification Requirements
Applies to manufacturers who have produced exact production articles for the DoD and whose design has been approved through the First Article process, with no more than 36 months elapsed since contract completion. Information on qualification requirements is available in the OC-ALC Source Approval Information Booklet.
Additional Notes
- First Article (FA) Requirement: Applies to specific line items (0001AA - 0001AE). Requires a Fit Check, First Article Test Report, Certificate of Compliance, and Material Certification. The FA must be manufactured at the contractor's facilities, and production quantities cannot proceed until FA approval.
- Unique Item Identification (IUID): Required for items with an acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, and for other specified items.
- Packaging: Requirements are detailed in MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1, with specific instructions provided in AFMC Form 158 and DD Form 2169.
- Surge Option: Clause 252.217-7001 is included, allowing for potential increases in quantity or accelerated delivery rates. A Capabilities Analysis Plan (CAP) will be required if awarded.
- Synopsis Waiver: This acquisition is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, and the solicitation is available through Contract Opportunities with electronic response, thus waiving the synopsis requirement per FAR 5.202(a)(13).