Lever, Remote Control; NSN: 1680-01-264-2104 supporting the AH-64 Apache Airframe
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 Department of the Army is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify capable large and small businesses for the procurement of a flight-critical Lever, Remote Control (NSN: 1680-01-264-2104, P/N: 7-311525064-21). This item supports the AH-64 Apache helicopter platform.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an estimated quantity of 52 Each Minimum to 300 Each Maximum of the specified Lever, Remote Control. These will be ordered as needed over the period of performance to support the sustainment and readiness of the Apache fleet. Deliveries will be made to Army managed distribution depots within the continental United States, with potential for foreign military sales (FMS) shipments.
Contract & Timeline
This is a Sources Sought Notice; no contract will result from this notice. The anticipated acquisition will be awarded in accordance with FAR Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation, as a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The contract is expected to have a 60-month period of performance with five priced ordering periods. The anticipated delivery schedule is 12 months from date of award at a rate of 20 each/month.
- Contract Type (Anticipated): FFP IDIQ
- Duration (Anticipated): 60 months (Base + 5 ordering periods)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 25, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published: March 10, 2026
Technical Data Package (TDP)
A critical detail is that the Government does NOT own the Technical Data Package (TDP) for this item; it is held by The Boeing Company (CAGE 8V613). Interested offerors must demonstrate either access to the TDP or how the requirement can be accomplished without it, without incurring significant additional cost.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only to inform an appropriate acquisition decision. It does not constitute a commitment by the Government. All interested vendors are encouraged to submit a response via email to Contracting Officer, jessica.t.mangum.civ@army.mil, and Contract Specialist, candace.m.king.civ@army.mil.