PROCESSOR, FLIGHT CONTROL
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 notice for a Flight Control Processor (PN: 822-3110-101), NSN 6615-01-649-2708, for the KC-46 aircraft. This is an intent to award on a sole source basis to Rockwell Collins, Inc. due to proprietary data. Interested parties must respond by June 13, 2026, to challenge the sole source justification or express commercial item capability.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for 5 each (with a range of 1-8 each) of the DCU-2110 Flight Control Processor. This component receives sensor and data bus information from various aircraft systems, concentrating it on ARINC 429 and ARINC 664 for use by other LRUs. The processor measures 14.86 inches long, 10.27 inches wide, 7.86 inches tall, and weighs 20.00 lbs. Required delivery for Line Item 0001 is to SW3211 on or before May 9, 2027. No qualification requirements exist.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- RFP Number (Estimated): SPRTA1-26-R-0307
- Estimated RFP Issue Date: June 12, 2026
- Estimated RFP Closing Date: July 13, 2026
- Anticipated Award Date: 90 days after RFP issuance
- Set-Aside: None (This acquisition will not be set aside)
- Response Due (for this notice): June 13, 2026 (for commercial item interest)
- Sole Source Challenge Window: 45 days from publication (July 11, 2026)
Key Considerations
This acquisition is intended to be awarded on a sole source basis under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as the Government does not own the data or rights needed to manufacture this item. The Design Control Activity is Rockwell Collins, Inc. (CAGE 0EFD0). Firms interested in participating are encouraged to contact the OEM regarding data rights. The Government is not using Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) but invites interested parties to identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Proposals received within 45 days of publication challenging the sole source will be considered. While price will be a significant factor, the final award may also consider past performance. UID requirements will apply.
Action Items & Contact
All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation. Electronic procedures will be used, and the solicitation will be available for download at www.sam.gov. An Ombudsman is available at (405) 855-3552 for concerns. Contact: Michael Hannan at Michael.Hannan.1@us.af.mil or (405) 855-7126 for questions regarding this synopsis or the subsequent solicitation.