One (1) Vacuum Furnace Upgrade to achieve Aerospace Material Specifications (AMS) for stainless steel processing
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 DLA Aviation intends to issue a firm-fixed price contract for a Vacuum Furnace Upgrade to achieve Aerospace Material Specifications (AMS) for stainless steel processing. This is a presolicitation notice for a sole-source requirement. The upgrade is for Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma City, OK. The Request for Quote (RFQ) is anticipated to be issued on or around April 10, 2026, which is also the anticipated proposal due date.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Vacuum Furnace Upgrade to meet Aerospace Material Specifications (AMS) for stainless steel processing, in accordance with Technical Specification VIBB 26-13-1203. The complete technical data package will include requirements for the machine, training, technical data, IUID tags, rigging, installation, and shipping.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (intent to issue Firm-Fixed Price contract)
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii)(A) (Only one responsible source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
- Performance Period: 168 days after receipt of order
- Place of Performance: Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma City, OK
- Anticipated RFQ Issue Date: April 10, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: April 10, 2026
- Published: March 25, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a solicitation notice only. The written solicitation (SPE4A8-26-Q-0027) will be available via the DLA DIBBS website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/Solicitations). All responsible sources may submit a proposal to demonstrate capability. All respondents must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Late proposals may not be considered.