NSN 1660-005348005, AIR CONDITIONING-HEATING AIRCRAFT DUCT ASSEMBLY; WSDC: 05F, AIRCRAFT, STRATOLIFTER C/KC
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 has issued a Presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Air Conditioning-Heating Aircraft Duct Assemblies (NSN 1660-005348005). This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside and will involve a reverse auction. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for Air Conditioning-Heating Aircraft Duct Assemblies, specifically Part Piece Number 5-97828-22. Parts must be manufactured in accordance with basic drawing 82918 5-97828, Revision K, DTD 02/02/1988. The item requires access to restricted data, necessitating contractors to be certified by DOD to access unclassified data per DOD 5220.22M, which is obtained by submitting DD FORM 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period with zero options
- Estimated Annual Quantity: 40 each
- Delivery: 555 days after date of order
- Inspection/Acceptance: At Origin
- FOB: Destination
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about April 3, 2026
- Published Date: March 19, 2026
Response Information
The solicitation will be available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at HTTPS://WWW.DIBBS.BSM.DLA.MIL/RFP on the issue date. A paper copy will not be available. This solicitation includes Procurement Note L09, Reverse Auction. Offerors are encouraged to self-register and review training tools at DLA.PROCUREXINC.COM. Questions regarding the reverse auction can be directed to DLAAVNREVAUC@DLA.MIL.
Contact
Primary Point of Contact: Tatjana Klemmer (tatjana.vaughan@dla.mil)