SHAFT, PISTON
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) Weapons Support (Columbus) intends to acquire 42 units of "SHAFT, PISTON" (NSN/P/N 3040-009421745) on a sole-source basis from EATON AEROSPACE, LLC (CAGE 62983). This acquisition, identified under Solicitation No. SPE7L125R0143, is justified due to EATON AEROSPACE, LLC being the only known source approved by the design control activity capable of furnishing these specific spare parts for HELICOPTERS CH-53. The acquisition is estimated to be valued between $900,000 and $20,000,000.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 42 units of a "SHAFT, PISTON" (NSN/P/N 3040-009421745), which must be form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with parts currently used on HELICOPTERS CH-53. The justification for other than full and open competition (FAR 6.302-1) cites AMC 3 (acquire directly from the manufacturer) and AMSC D (data not physically available, cannot be obtained economically, or adequate description for competitive solicitation is not possible).
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Quantity: Fixed quantity of 42 units with a 100% option.
- Estimated Value: Over $900,000 up to $20,000,000.
- Set-Aside: This is a sole-source acquisition, not a set-aside.
- Agency: DLA Land and Maritime, DEPT OF DEFENSE.
- Place of Performance: Cherry Point, NC.
Submission & Evaluation
The acquisition will be synopsized on or about September 25, 2025, for 15 days. The solicitation will subsequently be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days. Dealers of the approved source will be solicited. A price analysis will be conducted based on proposed and/or historical prices.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes DLAD Procurement Note L04, which outlines the process for submitting an alternate offer and requesting evaluation of an alternate product's technical acceptability for future procurements. Vendors interested in becoming an approved source for similar items should contact the DLA Land and Maritime Source Approval Monitor. Contact: JENNIFER CUMMINS (JENNIFER.CUMMINS@DLA.MIL).