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 has issued a presolicitation for PLUG,BEARING (NSN: 2840-00-337-4704NZ, P/N: 4010079). This notice indicates the Government's intent to solicit and negotiate with a limited number of approved sources for this critical safety item. The estimated Request for Proposal (RFP) issue date is April 2, 2026, with an estimated close date of May 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 3 EA of the PLUG,BEARING, with a requested delivery on or before March 27, 2027. The item is designated as a Critical Safety Item and is Export Controlled, requiring specific qualification. First articles are not required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (intent to award sole source or limited source)
- Set-Aside: No Small Business Set-Aside
- Estimated RFP Issue Date: April 2, 2026
- Estimated RFP Close Date: May 2, 2026
- Requested Delivery: 3 EA On or Before March 27, 2027
- Approved Sources: Raytheon Technologies Corporation (Cage: 52661) and Paramount Machine Company (Cage: 2T575). Paramount Machine Company was the awardee for a previous contract (SPRTA1-23-P-1180) for 10 units at $4,847.00 each on August 28, 2023.
- Justification: The acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302, citing that the supplies are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources.
Response & Evaluation
While this is not a request for competition, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Such submissions received within 45 days of the notice publication (March 18, 2026) will be considered. Interested parties capable of satisfying the requirement with a commercial item should identify their interest within 15 days of this notice. The final contract award decision may be based on a combination of price, technical, and past performance factors.
Additional Notes
This acquisition involves technology with military or space application and is Export Controlled. An Ombudsman is available for concerns at (405) 734-8241. The solicitation will be available electronically on www.fbo.gov (now SAM.gov). Questions can be directed to the buyer, Jayson Skalla (jayson.skalla@us.af.mil).