Insulation Tape
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 a Presolicitation for a long-term contract to procure Insulation Tape (NSN 5970-01-306-8256, Part number 8544). This is an unrestricted acquisition for a 5-year base period. The solicitation, SPE4A626RX740, is expected to be issued on or about May 6, 2026, with responses due by June 8, 2026, 6:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of Insulation Tape, NSN 5970-01-306-8256, in accordance with Part number 8544. The contract will cover an estimated annual demand of 1280 units for the 5-year base period, with a guaranteed minimum quantity of 640 units issued once during the base period. Production delivery is required within 125 days ARO, with stock shipments within the continental U.S. FOB is Origin, and Inspection and Acceptance will be at Destination.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Long-term contract (Presolicitation)
- Duration: One (5-year) base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about May 6, 2026
- Response Due Date: June 8, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 20, 2026
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be available via DLA DIBBS at https://dibbs.bsm.dla.mil. Offerors will need the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF documents. A paper copy of the solicitation will not be available. Primary contact for this opportunity is Cassandra Cooper at CASSANDRA.COOPER@DLA.MIL.