FAIRING,AIRCRAFT
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 is issuing a solicitation for Aircraft Fairings (Product Service Code 1560). This opportunity is being issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) authority, with the synopsis waived due to urgency (FAR 5.202(a)(2)). The solicitation requires newly manufactured spares and strict quality control. Proposals are due May 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for Aircraft Fairings, which are critical airframe structural components. The contractor will be responsible for providing newly manufactured spares only; refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired materials are not acceptable. Key aspects include adherence to MIL-STD-130 for markings and comprehensive quality control systems.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Notice ID: ab4284a125e34347ac6631d7cf43b776
- Response Due: May 26, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 22, 2026
- Agency: DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, PA
Key Requirements
Offerors must establish and maintain a quality control system meeting standards such as Mil-I-45208A, Mil-Q-9858, or ISO-9000/9001/9002 equivalent. This includes detailed quality control documentation, test/repair procedures, and inspection procedures for Government review. A Repair Quality Plan is mandatory. Source of Supply: Offers from non-government-approved sources are technically unacceptable, except for P-8/P-3 Platform Commercial Items with current FAA certification (FAA Form 8130-3). Distributors of approved sources must submit an authorized distributor letter. Material Control: A system for controlling purchased material, ensuring sub-contract compliance, and maintaining performance records is required. Receiving inspection of purchased material must conform to the Technical Data Package (TDP), with records maintained for 12 months. Non-Conformance: Procedures for failure analysis, corrective action, and control of nonconforming material are essential. Contractor Internal Review Board (IRB) authority is delegated for minor non-conformances, but formal Material Review Board (MRB) authority for "AS-IS" dispositions is retained by the Government. Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 packaging applies.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates various clauses including ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION, WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS, BUY AMERICAN-FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS-BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM, and SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS. Critical Safety Items (CSI) are subject to DFARS clause 252.209-7010. Contact: GINA.PALUMBO@DLA.MIL, 267-660-8638.