FAIRING, LAUNCHER GU / NSN 1440-01-285-3096 / LGM-30
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 is issuing an Unrestricted presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) to acquire FAIRING, LAUNCHER, GU (NSN 1440-01-285-3096) for the USAF ICBM program. This requirement is intended for a limited number of sources, specifically Raytheon Co. and Marvin Engineering Co., due to incomplete technical data. Responses from interested parties are due by June 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of FAIRING, LAUNCHER, GU, identified by NSN 1440-01-285-3096 and part number 7002792-3. The item is critical but not a Critical Safety Item, and Export Control applies. The Estimated Annual Quantity (EAQ) is 40 EACH. Production units will be FOB: Destination, with Inspection/Acceptance at Destination.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Limited Sources)
- Approved Sources: Raytheon Co. (CAGE 82577) and Marvin Engineering Co. (CAGE 32067)
- Source Approval Request (SAR): Any other interested contractor must submit a SAR package for approval to be added as a source.
- Response Due (Interest/Proposals): June 8, 2026 (Proposals received within 45 days of the April 20, 2026 publication will be considered).
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: May 6, 2026
- Published: April 20, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
The final contract award decision may be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors. The solicitation may include Procurement Note L09, Reverse Auction; offerors are encouraged to review the Procurex system tutorials. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but responses will inform the Government's determination on competitive procurement. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov to receive an award.
Additional Notes
DLA Weapons Support - Richmond does not possess complete technical data for this part. The Government is not using Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, but interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. The solicitation will be available via DIBBS (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date.