SEAL, METALLIC, AIRCRAFT / NSN 2840-01-442-9118 / F15 AIRCRAFT
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 intends to issue an Unrestricted Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Metallic Aircraft Seals (NSN 2840-01-442-9118) for F15 Aircraft. This presolicitation indicates a sole source or limited source acquisition under FAR 6.302. Interested parties, especially new sources, must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Responses to this presolicitation are due by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This IQC will cover the supply of SEAL, METALLIC, AIRCRAFT, with an Estimated Annual Quantity (EAQ) of 400 units. Key requirements include:
- FOB: Destination
- Inspection/Acceptance: Origin
- Critical Safety Item: Designated as an Air Force Critical Safety Item.
- Testing: Contractor First Article Testing required.
- Controls: Export Control applies.
- Surge Capability: Applies with a Maximum Weekly Rate (MWR) of 15 each.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Sole/Limited Source under FAR 6.302)
- OEM/Approved Sources: RTX Corp. (CAGEs 52661 & 77445) and AGC Acquisition LLC (CAGE 98500).
- Presolicitation Response Due: January 30, 2026
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: December 29, 2025
- Published: December 11, 2025
Evaluation
For the future solicitation, the final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors. This presolicitation is not a request for competitive proposals; however, proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered. The government will determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses.
Additional Notes
DLA Aviation does not possess technical data for this part. Any interested contractor not currently an approved source must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval. SAM.gov registration is required for award. The solicitation, when issued, will be available via DIBBS at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/.