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, under the Department of Defense, is issuing a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the acquisition of Servovalve, Hydraulic for the F5/T38 Platform Production Surge Plan. This acquisition is being conducted as a sole source procurement, citing that the item is available from only one or limited sources, specifically Thomas Instrument (CAGE 5H860). The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price, Fixed Quantity type for 90 units.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 90 each of the Servovalve, Hydraulic (NSN/PN: 1650-00-960-5708/6U6009-2) for the F5/T38 Platform Production Surge Plan. The item is AMSC coded "P," indicating that reverse engineering is uneconomical.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Fixed Quantity. The justification indicates potential for an option for an increased quantity, but not for extending the term.
- Estimated Value: The estimated value for this acquisition is redacted in the provided document.
- Product Service Code: 1650 (Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum And De Icing System Components).
Eligibility & Justification
This acquisition is restricted to the only source(s) of supply known to have the capability of furnishing the required supplies. Market research, including a Sources Sought notice (FD20302600915) posted on SAM.gov from January 15-22, 2026, yielded no other capable sources. The Screening Analysis Worksheet (SAW) identified Thomas Instrument as the sole approved manufacturer. Woodward, the design authority, has stated they will not sell data to the USAF and has licensed manufacture to Thomas Instruments, with drawing 6U6009 being proprietary.
Submission & Evaluation
The contracting officer will complete a price analysis. Certified cost or pricing data may be required if the proposed dollar amount exceeds the TINA threshold.
Timeline & Contact
- Published Date: June 2, 2026
- Anticipated Synopsis Date: On or about April 9, 2026
- Primary Contact: Chrissy Turnage (christine.turnage@us.af.mil)