NSN 6685-01-081-7036; INDICATOR, HUMIDITY; WSDC: Z9N, AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A-D, E/F, G (GROWLER)
Overview
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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 is soliciting for NSN 6685-01-081-7036, Indicator, Humidity, for F/A-18, A-D, E/F, G (Growler) aircraft. This will result in a Commercial Indefinite Delivery Contract for a base period of five years. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on January 23, 2026, with responses due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for NSN 6685-01-081-7036, Indicator, Humidity, which is classified as a Critical Application Item (CAI). The estimated annual demand is 4,565 units, with a minimum of 1,126 and a maximum of 4,565 units. Terms are FOB Destination, with Inspection and Acceptance at Origin. Contractor First Article Testing (FAT) is required, with a requested delivery of 60 days for the FAT Report and 95 days after FAT approval for production units. This NSN is considered Commercial of a Type.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Commercial Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) IAW FAR 13.5
- Duration: Five-year base period
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Solicitation Release: Anticipated January 23, 2026
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published: January 22, 2026
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA
Evaluation
The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation. This solicitation includes Procurement Notice L09, Reverse Auction. Offerors are encouraged to review the Reverse Auction help tutorials on the Procurex system.
Additional Notes
Surplus dealers, small business dealers, and distributors with existing stock or newly manufactured material are invited to respond. Responses should include a completed surplus certificate (DLAD 52.211-9000) or adequate traceability documentation, along with quantity available and price. The solicitation will be available via the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date; paper copies will not be available. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view documents.