Noun_DOOR, AIRCRAFT_Application_B-2_NSN_1560-01-444-9498_Part_Number_DAB3116B301-129
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 Oklahoma City, OK is issuing a sole source solicitation (SPRTA1-26-R-0188) for the manufacture of a weapons bay door for the B-2 aircraft. This fixed-price contract requires new manufacture of the door and associated tooling. Proposals are due April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of an aircraft weapons bay door, designed to provide a smooth outer surface matching the surrounding airframe skin when closed. The door is to be constructed from a composite of Kevlar and epoxy resins.
- Item 0001: New manufacture of the aircraft weapons bay door, requiring compliance with ISO 9001-2015 quality standards.
- Item 0002: Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) tooling for the production of the aircraft weapons bay door.
- Unique Item Identification (IUID) is required for all delivered items.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1, including specific requirements for wood packaging material (WPM).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Fixed-price.
- Set-Aside: Small Business.
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Period of Performance: Delivery for both Item 0001 and Item 0002 is required by January 15, 2027.
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
- Published Date: March 9, 2026.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Order of Importance 01: Price/Cost.
- Order of Importance 02: Technical acceptability, determined by compliance with Section B requirements and any referenced specifications. Quotes must remain valid for at least 120 days from the closing date.
Additional Notes
This is a DX rated order, certified for national defense, emergency preparedness, and energy program use. Offers must be submitted electronically via WAWF for payment requests and receiving reports. The solicitation includes specific clauses regarding cybersecurity, foreign acquisition, and small business subcontracting.