HEAT EXCHANGER, 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 Huntsville, AL has issued a Solicitation for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed Price contract for Heat Exchangers, Aircraft (NSN: 1660-01-663-6692, PN: 145PS150-9). This is a sole-source requirement restricted to The Boeing Company and Davis, W.R. Engineering Limited. Proposals are due May 11, 2026, at 04:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The primary deliverable is Heat Exchangers, Aircraft. Key requirements include:
- First Article Test (FAT): Required, with the FAT unit not destroyed during testing. The FAT report must be submitted in English.
- Packaging: Contractor furnished reusable containers are required.
- Markings: IUID markings are mandatory per DFARS clause 252.211-7003. Packaging and Marking must comply with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1. Wood packaging materials must be ISPM-15 compliant.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Five years, structured as five one-year periods.
- Maximum Quantity: 125 units for the entire IDIQ period. The initial delivery order will meet or exceed the minimum quantity for the first year.
- Eligibility: This is a sole-source requirement restricted to The Boeing Company (CAGE 77272) and Davis, W.R. Engineering Limited (CAGE 3AB25), under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2).
- Proposal Due: May 11, 2026, 04:00 PM local time.
- Published: April 9, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Proposals must be technically acceptable and offer the lowest price. Offerors are required to submit a subcontracting plan in accordance with FAR 52.219-9. Other than Certified Cost or Pricing Data may be requested.
Additional Notes
This is a rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Accelerated delivery is encouraged at no additional cost to the government. All inquiries and questions should be submitted to the DLA Aviation Huntsville Post Award Team. Primary contact is Charlotte Witt (charlotte.witt@dla.mil).