Noun_Door, Aircraft_Application_KC-135_NSN_1560-00-560-3965_Part_Number_5-88197-21
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, under the Department of Defense, has issued a Presolicitation for Aircraft Doors (NSN 1560-00-560-3965, P/N 5-88197-21) for the KC-135 aircraft. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks a 20% reduction in cost and a 25% reduction in production lead time (PLT). The requirement is for a Best Estimated Quantity (BEQ) of 300 units, with a minimum of 250 and a maximum of 350. Responses are due by February 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be required to provide aircraft doors designed to ensure aerodynamic smoothness when the landing gear is closed. The doors are specified as aluminum. Key deliverables include:
- Line Item 0001: 299 units of Aircraft Doors (NSN 1560-00-560-3965, P/N 5-88197-21). Delivery is 15 units per month, commencing October 1, 2026, to Tinker AFB, OK.
- Line Item 0002: 1 unit of Aircraft Door (NSN 1560-00-560-3965, P/N 5-88197-21). Delivery details are specified in Form 260 to Tinker AFB, OK.
- Line Item 0003: First Article Test Report (1 LO).
- Line Item 0004: Certificate of Compliance (1 LO).
- Line Item 0005: Material Certification (1 LO). Deliveries for data items (0003-0005) are also specified in Form 260 to Tinker AFB, OK.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (upcoming solicitation)
- Duration: 1 Year
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 15, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
- Published: January 14, 2026, 3:11 PM ET
Key Requirements & Notes
- Cost Reduction: Request for 20% reduction in cost.
- PLT Reduction: Request for 25% reduction in production lead time.
- Export Control: This requirement is Export Controlled.
- Intellectual Property: Boeing Rights Guard applies.
- Procedure: Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation.
- Place of Performance: Deliveries primarily to Tinker AFB, OK.
Contact Information
- Primary: Dana Craun (dana.craun@us.af.mil, 405-426-9405)
- Secondary: Scott Rountree (scott.rountree.1@us.af.mil)