06F | C-130 | SENSING ELEMENT, FIR
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
DLA Aviation is preparing to issue an Unrestricted Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Sensing Elements, FIR (NSN: 6340-014712601) used in C-130 aircraft. This presolicitation notice indicates the solicitation will be available on DLA DIBBS on or about May 25, 2026, with responses due by June 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for Sensing Elements, FIR, identified by NSN 6340-014712601. These components are critical for C-130 aircraft systems. The item is currently manufactured by Martin Aeronautical Systems (P/N 058095-15), Simmonds Precision Products Inc (P/N 058095-15), and Kidde Technologies, Inc (P/N 35748-200-310). The estimated annual quantity is 40 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 3-year base period with no option years
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Delivery: 365 days after order, FOB Origin
- Inspection/Acceptance: At Destination
- Published: April 28, 2026
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about May 25, 2026
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
Additional Information
The solicitation will be made available exclusively through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at HTTPS://WWW.DIBBS.BSM.DLA.MIL/RFP. Interested parties should navigate to "Requests for Proposal (RFP) / Invitation for Bid (IFB)" under the "Solicitations" tab to download the PDF document. No paper copies will be provided. For questions, contact Ryan Loeffelholz at ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil or 804-279-1452.