E-3 Turbine Aircraft Co
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 Oklahoma City has issued a Solicitation (SPRTA1-26-R-0209) for the new manufacture of E-3 Turbine Aircraft Components. This is a negotiated acquisition for supplies, specifically "Turbine, Aircraft CO" (NSN 1660-01-460-8886, Part Number 2204330-4-2). Offers are due by May 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the new manufacture of aircraft turbine components, which provide cooling from the bleed air system and consist of a compressor impeller and a turbine wheel on a common shaft assembly. The specified material is "ALLOY, STEEL, NITRALLOY 135".
- Item 0001: 25 Each
- Item 0002: 1 Each Both items require delivery by August 31, 2026.
Contract Details & Requirements
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price, negotiated acquisition.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, with small business categories listed for consideration (Small Business, HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, 8(a)).
- Inspection & Acceptance: Origin.
- Quality: Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements apply.
- Foreign Military Sales (FMS): Involved (Case: TW-D-KDV).
- Unique Item Identification (IUID): Required per DFARS 252.211.7003 and MIL-STD-130, with contractor-determined location and method.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1, including United Nations restrictions on Wood Packaging Material (WPM) and the use of 12 units of desiccant.
- Transportation: F.O.B. Origin. Bidders must coordinate with DCMA Transportation for shipping instructions and regulatory clearances.
- Submission: Electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers are due by May 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference. This is a rated order certified for national defense, emergency preparedness, and energy program use.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Lori Lumsden at lori.lumsden.1@us.af.mil.