Seal, Metallic, Air Cr

SOL #: SPRTA1-25-R-0452Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412)

PSC

Gas Turbines And Jet Engines, Aircraft, Prime Moving; And Components (2840)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/80d0060563b64622a31a1cec82fdf270/view

Timeline

Posted

Aug 11, 2025

Last Updated

Jun 9, 2026

Response Deadline

Aug 27, 2025, 7:00 PM

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 is conducting a sole-source acquisition for Metallic Air Seals (NSN: 2840-01-308-7046PR). This requirement is restricted to General Electric Company (GE) due to proprietary data rights and to avoid unacceptable delays. This is an 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) opportunity. Proposals from GE are due October 6, 2025.

Scope of Work

Item: SEAL, METALLIC, AIRCR (NSN: 2840-01-308-7046PR / PN: 1441M38G06)
Quantity: Up to 24 each (solicitation requests pricing for 4-15 each and 16-24 each)
Condition: New Manufacture (Surplus is NOT authorized)
Delivery: Early delivery is acceptable, with a proposed schedule of 1 each per month starting January 1, 2026.
Critical Safety Item (CSI): Yes
IUID Applies: Yes (DFARS 252.211.7003)
Quality Assurance: Standard inspection clauses apply, including higher-level contract quality requirements (ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, NATO AQAP2070, or equivalent).
Inspection/Acceptance: Origin

Contract Details

Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Fixed Quantity
Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
OEM: General Electric Company (GE)
Contract Terms: Terms and conditions of SPE4A1-24-G-0014 will apply.
Estimated Value: Not specified.

Submission & Evaluation

Proposal Submission: General Electric Company is requested to provide pricing and delivery information for the specified NSN.
Key Deadlines: Proposal due date is October 6, 2025.
Evaluation Criteria: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be based on pricing and delivery from the sole source.
Justification: A Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) was approved on August 11, 2025, citing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) due to GE's proprietary data rights and the need to avoid unacceptable delays. A Sources Sought notice posted March 28, 2025, received no responses.

Additional Notes

Bidders (GE) are requested to propose pricing for two ranges: 4-15 each and 16-24 each.
The Buy American Act/Balance of Payments Program applies.
A Technical Data Package (CD-ROM Data/Drawings/Etc.) is available for viewing/access with restrictions and export control procedures.
Qualification requirements are found under clause 52.209-1.
Contacts: Jayson Skalla (445-737-0625, jayson.skalla@us.af.mil) or Keith Russ (405-855-7163, keith.russ@us.af.mil).