PLUG,BEARING
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 Oklahoma City, OK has issued a Presolicitation for PLUG,BEARING (NSN: 2840-00-337-4704NZ, P/N: 4010079). This is a Critical Safety Item and is Export Controlled, with Qualification Requirements. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one or a limited number of sources, specifically Raytheon Technologies Corporation (Cage: 52661) and Paramount Machine Company (Cage: 2T575), under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 13 EA of the PLUG,BEARING, with a requested delivery date on or before October 31, 2026, to destination SW3211. First Articles are not required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Estimated RFP Issue Date: March 26, 2026
- Estimated RFP Close Date: April 25, 2026
- Set-Aside: No Small Business Set-Aside
- Published Date: March 11, 2026
Key Details
This acquisition is for supplies available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (commercial items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. The Government's obligation is contingent upon fund availability.
Response Information
In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(ii), all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. This notice of intent is not a request for competition, but proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered. Price will be a significant factor, but the final award decision may also consider technical and past performance factors.
Additional Notes
Electronic procedures will be used; hard copies will not be sent. An Ombudsman is available to hear concerns from offerors at (405) 734-8241. Questions regarding this synopsis or subsequent solicitation can be directed to the buyer, Jayson Skalla, at jayson.skalla@us.af.mil.