New Manufactured Material J85 Rotor, Compressor, AI_NSN 2840-01-630-9064 OK
Overview
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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 Oklahoma City, OK intends to issue a presolicitation for the new manufacture of J85 Rotor, Compressor, AI (NSN: 2840-01-630-9064 OK). This requirement is for a critical component of the J85 engine. The Government plans to solicit and compete with a limited number of sources under FAR 6.302, with GE Aviation currently identified as the only known source. Interested parties must identify their capability to satisfy the requirement within 15 days of this notice.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the manufacture of ROTOR,COMPRESSOR,AI, Part Number 5126T28G11, for the J85 engine. The component's function is to compress induced air through eight stages of rotor blades into the combustion section. Key specifications include:
- Dimensions: Length 27 in, Width 15.78 in, Height 15.78 in, Weight 70 lbs.
- Material: Inconel 718 (body) and AM355 Steel (blades).
- Estimated Quantity: 488 units (range 125-748).
- Requested Delivery: October 31, 2028.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- RFP Number: SPRTA1-26-R-0202
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: April 13, 2026
- Estimated Closing/Response Date: May 13, 2026
- Published Date: March 26, 2026
- Set-Aside: Not applicable; limited source under FAR 6.302.
- Acquisition Strategy: Based on market research, the Government is using policies in FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.
Additional Notes
The Government's determination not to compete this contract is at its sole discretion. Information received from interested parties will be used to assess the possibility of a competitive procurement. An Ombudsman is available for concerns regarding the acquisition process at (405) 855-3556 (do not call for solicitation requests). Questions regarding this synopsis or the subsequent solicitation should be directed to Breann Irving at 385-591-1658 or breann.irving@us.af.mil. Electronic procedures will be used, and the RFP will be available for download from sam.gov on the release date.