CYLINDER HEAD ASSEM
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 Philadelphia, PA, part of the Department of Defense, has issued a solicitation for CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLIES under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). This opportunity requires Government source approval for all suppliers, and only newly manufactured spares will be accepted. Quotes from non-approved sources or for refurbished/remanufactured materials will be deemed technically unacceptable.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks the supply of CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLIES. Key requirements include:
- Newly manufactured spares only: Refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired materials are not acceptable.
- Government source approval: Offerors must be Government-approved sources of supply. Distributors of approved sources must submit an authorized distributor letter on the manufacturer's letterhead.
- Critical Safety Items (CSI): DFARS clause 252.209-7010 is incorporated by reference.
- Product Verification Testing: DLAD clause 52.?-9004 is incorporated for items requiring Government inspection and acceptance at the source.
- Exemption from IUID: DFARS clause 252.211-7003 "Item Unique Identification and Valuation" is deleted for these non-CLSSA FMS spares, as they are wholly owned by FMS customer countries and will not enter the DoD supply chain.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Published Date: May 21, 2026
- Response Due Date: June 1, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET
Key Requirements
- Source Approval: Mandatory; non-approved sources will be technically unacceptable.
- Material Condition: Only new, unused parts are acceptable.
- Documentation: Distributors must provide authorized letters.
Additional Notes
Drawings and technical data are not available for this requirement. For inquiries, contact MALCOLM.FILS@DLA.MIL or 215-737-0422.