NSN: 1560013957439, SPAR,AIRCRAFT, WSDC: 05F,STRATOLIFTER KC-135
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, under the Department of Defense, has issued a presolicitation for NSN: 1560013957439, SPAR, AIRCRAFT, a critical safety item for the STRATOLIFTER KC-135. This will result in an unrestricted Firm Fixed Price Contract in accordance with FAR Part 15. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of SPAR, AIRCRAFT (NSN: 1560013957439), which is identified as an Air Force Critical Safety Item (CSI). The approved source for this item is The BOEING Company (81205). The requirement specifies a requested delivery of 212 days ARO.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Contract (non-commercial, IAW FAR Part 15)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Solicitation Anticipated: May 11, 2026
- Published: April 27, 2026
- FOB: Origin
- Inspection & Acceptance: At Origin
- Quality Conformance Code (QCC): FCA
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
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 available quantity and price. The government may adjust its acquisition strategy based on these responses. The solicitation will be available via the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date; no paper copies will be provided. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view the RFP.