EVAPORATOR COIL,REF
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 DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA, under the Department of Defense, has issued a solicitation for EVAPORATOR COIL,REF (Product Service Code 4130 - Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Components). This is a Critical Application Item (CAI) requiring FAA-Certified parts with an FAA Form 8130-3 Airworthy Approval Tag. Offers are only accepted from government-approved sources of supply. Proposals are due by March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of Evaporator Coils for refrigeration systems. Key requirements include:
- Critical Application Item (CAI) designation.
- Parts must be FAA-Certified and possess an FAA Authorized Release Certificate, FAA Form 8130-3 Airworthy Approval Tag.
- Procurement is restricted to government-approved sources of supply.
- Distributors of approved sources MUST submit a copy of their authorized distributor letter on the source's letterhead to the buyer via email at the time of proposal submittal.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 12, 2026
- This solicitation is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Evaluation
Offers received from sources that are not government-approved will be deemed technically unacceptable and ineligible for award. Distributors must provide proof of authorization.
Additional Notes
For inquiries, contact JOSEPH.GAMBINO@DLA.MIL or call 215-737-4239.