NOM: HOUSING,COUPLING WSDC 12F END ITEM: KC-46A, AERIAL REFUELING TANKER PR: 7014230460, NSN: 1680-016847580 IAW P/N: 842-349221-3 RFP: SPE4A526R0203

SOL #: SPE4A526R0203Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION
RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components (1680)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 24, 2026
2
Last Updated
May 5, 2026
3
Response Deadline
May 20, 2026, 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 plans to issue a non-commercial Firm Fixed-Price contract for HOUSING,COUPLING (NSN: 1680-016847580) for the KC-46A Aerial Refueling Tanker. This presolicitation, under RFP SPE4A526R0203, seeks to acquire P/N 842-349221-3. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about May 20, 2026.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for HOUSING,COUPLING, NSN 1680-016847580, specifically Part Number 842-349221-3, manufactured by The Boeing Company (CAGE 81205). This item is for the KC-46A Aerial Refueling Tanker. Terms are FOB Origin, with Inspection and Acceptance at Destination. The requested delivery is 483 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Non-commercial Firm Fixed-Price Contract (IAW FAR Part 15)
  • Set-Aside: Unrestricted
  • Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about May 20, 2026
  • Published: May 5, 2026
  • Delivery: 483 days ARO

Evaluation

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

Additional Notes

The solicitation (RFP SPE4A526R0203) will be available on the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on its issue date. Interested parties, including surplus dealers, small business dealers, and distributors with existing stock or newly manufactured material, are invited to respond to this synopsis. Responses should include a completed surplus certificate (DLAD 52.211-9000) or adequate traceability documentation, along with quantity available and price. The government may adjust its acquisition strategy based on these responses if it's in the best interest of the Government.

Primary Contact: Jalon Lynch (Jalon.Lynch@dla.mil, 804-759-9420)

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NOM: HOUSING,COUPLING WSDC 12F END ITEM: KC-46A, AERIAL REFUELING TANKER PR: 7014230460, NSN: 1680-016847580 IAW P/N: 842-349221-3 RFP: SPE4A526R0203 | GovScope