FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID / NSN 1650-01-114-6385 / CH-47 HELICOPTER
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 intends to issue an Unrestricted Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID (NSN 1650-01-114-6385) for the CH-47 Helicopter. This is a sole-source procurement with Pall Aeropower Corp., but other interested parties can submit Source Approval Request (SAR) packages. Proposals received within 45 days of the April 28, 2026 publication date (by June 17, 2026) will be considered.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID, NSN 1650-01-114-6385, part number AC-A620F5. The Estimated Annual Quantity (EAQ) is 1920 EACH. The item is critical but not a Critical Safety Item, with surge requirements (MWR = 8 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
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: May 15, 2026
- Response Deadline for Interest/Proposals: June 17, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Published: April 28, 2026
Sole Source & Competition
The proposed contract action is for supplies intended to be solicited and negotiated with Pall Aeropower Corp. (CAGE 18350) as the sole approved source. DLA Weapons Support - Richmond does not possess complete technical data. There are no other approved sources currently. Any other interested contractor must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval to be added as a source. This notice is an intent, not a request for competitive proposals, but all proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered.
Evaluation
The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors described in the solicitation. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to receive an award.
Additional Notes
Based on market research, the Government is not using Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items). However, interested persons may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. The solicitation will be available via DIBBS at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/ on the issue date.