PANEL, ASSY, TRAI
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 Department of Defense, DLA Aviation is soliciting proposals for PANEL, ASSY, TRAI (Airframe Structural Components, NSN: 1560-006306027, Part Number: 5-89343-52) for KC-135 and E-3A Aircraft. This is an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a 60-month ordering period. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due February 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of PANEL, ASSY, TRAI for KC-135 and E-3A Aircraft. Key characteristics include being a Configuration Control item, a Critical Application item, and requiring BOEING "RIGHTS GUARD" TDP. The estimated maximum order quantity for the five-year base is 40 each. Delivery is required 211 days ARO (After Receipt of Order).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) - Request for Proposal (RFP)
- Duration: 60-month ordering period
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing)
- Solicitation Issue Date: December 31, 2025
- Proposal Due: February 2, 2026, by 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: December 16, 2025
Evaluation
The final contract award decision will be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation. The Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) will be utilized. The Government is not using Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, policies; however, interested persons may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Additional Notes
The RFP will be made available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/dodwarning.aspx?goto=/default.aspx. Offerors must complete a copy of the solicitation to be considered for award. Written proposals are required and should be submitted to fax # (804) 279-4165. This procurement requires JCP/Export Control Certification and adherence to NIST SP 800-171 DOD ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS (NOV 2020) DFARS.
Point of Contact: Cindy Hunt, Contract Specialist, cindy.hunt@dla.mil, (804) 971-7217.