PLATE ASSEMBLY,RETE
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 at Philadelphia, PA has issued a Solicitation for PLATE ASSEMBLY, RETE. This opportunity is for a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and is being issued under EAF Authority. Proposals are due March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks proposals for the supply of PLATE ASSEMBLY, RETE, identified under Product Service Code 1615 (Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms And Components). This item is designated as a Critical Safety Item (CSI), indicating its importance to safety and operational integrity. The contract includes a one-year warranty from the date of delivery and requires adherence to ISO 9000 or equivalent higher-level contract quality requirements. Drawings are explicitly stated as not available for this Request for Quotation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published: February 21, 2026
- Authority: EAF Authority (formerly SEPA)
Key Requirements & Clauses
- Critical Safety Item (CSI): Requires strict adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Warranty: One year from date of delivery.
- Quality: Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirement (ISO 9000 or equivalent).
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) for invoicing and receiving reports.
- Buy American: Includes Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program clauses.
- Facsimile Proposals: Accepted at 215-737-7149.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact AISHA.VARNADORE@DLA.MIL at 215-737-4834.