Headrest, Assembly

SOL #: SPE4A7-26-R-X232Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA AVIATION

RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412)

PSC

Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components (1680)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7653e406b36643c28e41e29f5743d8df/view

Timeline

Posted

Dec 11, 2025

Last Updated

Jan 17, 2026

Response Deadline

Dec 16, 2025, 7:00 PM

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 a Presolicitation for a Long Term Contract (LTC) for Headrest, Assembly (NSN: 1680-99-740-6197, P/N 1A066-0675AY). This procurement is designated as Unrestricted, Other than Full or Open Competition (10 U.S.C.2304 (c) (1) (FAR 6.302-1)), identified as sole source to IPECO (CAGE K9075). The solicitation, SPE4A7-26-R-X232, will be available on February 2, 2026, with responses due by March 3, 2026.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) for Headrest Assemblies, with an Estimated Annual Demand (EAD) quantity of 60 units. These items are classified as Life Support Items, meaning no surplus material will be accepted. The procurement is for NSN: 1680-99-740-6197, P/N 1A066-0675AY. IPECO (CAGE K9075) is the approved sole source manufacturer. Specification plans or drawings are not available from the Government.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Long Term Contract (LTC) / Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC)
Duration: 5 one-year base periods
Set-Aside: Unrestricted, Other than Full or Open Competition (Sole Source to IPECO)
Solicitation Release: February 2, 2026
Response Due: March 3, 2026, 7:00 PM EST
Published: January 17, 2026

Requirements & Logistics

Certified Cost & Pricing Data: Not required.
Subcontracting Plan: Not required.
FOB: Origin
Stock Location: New Cumberland, PA & Tracy, CA
Inspection/Acceptance: Origin

Evaluation

The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance (via PPIRS), and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation.

How to Respond

The solicitation (SPE4A7-26-R-X232) will be available for download from the DLA DIBBS website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on February 2, 2026. A paper copy will not be available. Interested parties should navigate to the DIBBS homepage, select “Search RFPs,” and choose the relevant RFP to download. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view the PDF documents.