Servovalve, Hydraulic
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 is soliciting proposals (RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0037) for Hydraulic Servovalves (NSN: 1650-00-609-8372, PN: 5-97213-2) for the C/KC-135 aircraft. This acquisition is for spares and is being conducted under limited sources authority (10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1)). Proposals are due by July 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Hydraulic Servovalves, which are critical components measuring 11.0" (L) x 5.0" (W) x 5.0" (H) and weighing 5.45 lbs, made of steel, aluminum, Teflon, and synthetic rubber. These servovalves direct hydraulic pressure to lower or raise flaps and spoilers on C/KC-135 aircraft wing assemblies. The solicitation includes multiple line items:
- 26 each Servovalve, Hydraulic (delivery by Aug 1, 2027)
- 2 each Servovalve, Hydraulic (FA) (delivery by Feb 1, 2027)
- 1 each Servovalve, Hydraulic (FA expended)
- 1 lot FA Test Report
- 1 lot Material of Certification
- 1 lot Certificate of Compliance Deliveries for lot items are IAW DD Form 1423-1 (CDRL) and Form 260.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0037)
- Agency: DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK (DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY)
- Set-Aside: This acquisition will not be set aside.
- Proposal Due Date: July 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central (extended via Amendment 0004).
- Estimated Issue Date: February 17, 2026.
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) - limited number of responsible sources.
Qualification & Export Control
Qualification Requirements: Only actual manufacturers who have successfully completed all testing required by the original design company, or manufacturers who have successfully completed testing on similar complex and critical items, will be considered approved sources. Qualification requirements are detailed in the JACG Aviation SAM Handbook. Export Control: Contractors are REQUIRED to be "EXPORT CONTROLLED" certified to receive and view drawings. Registration is at https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/. Certified contractors must contact the buyer, Chrissy Turnage (christine.turnage@us.af.mil), directly to obtain the Technical Data Package, Engineering Notes, and Engineering Data List.
Additional Notes
The Government does not own the data or rights to the data needed to manufacture this item; interested firms are encouraged to contact the OEM. While this is not a request for competition, all proposals received within 45 days of the synopsis publication will be considered. The Government reserves the discretion to not compete this contract. Price will be a significant factor, but the final award decision may also consider past performance. Surplus is not authorized, and UID requirements apply. An Ombudsman is available for concerns at 385-591-1672. Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation, with documents available for download at www.sam.gov.