SPECIALTY FUEL CELL , KC-135 NSN 1560-01-625-2675, Part Number 201345707-10

SOL #: SPRTA126R0076Pre-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

S Coffeyville, OK

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Airframe Structural Components (1560)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ce57194db1fe4071b6af799674ab04da/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 5, 2026

Last Updated

May 27, 2026

Response Deadline

Jan 21, 2026, 9:59 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 has issued a solicitation (SPRTA126R0076) for the new manufacture of specialty fuel cells (NSN 1560-01-625-2675) for KC-135 aircraft. This unrestricted opportunity seeks a "RUBBER AND ALUMINUM FUEL CELL FOR KC-135, RETAINS FUEL FOR AIRCRAFT." Offers are due by June 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

Purpose & Scope

The primary purpose is to acquire newly manufactured fuel cells, specifically NSN 1560-01-625-2675 FL, which are critical airframe structural components for the KC-135. Key requirements include Unique Item Identification (IUID) and the submission of a Capabilities Assessment Plan (CAP) detailing the maximum sustainable delivery rate. Contractors must be "EXPORT CONTROLLED" certified to view associated drawings.

Contract Details

Type: Solicitation (implied Firm Fixed-Price)
Set-Aside: Unrestricted
NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Engine and Parts Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK, United States.
Clauses: Includes the Surge Option clause (252.217-7001) and Option to Extend Clause (52.217-9).
Delivery: Early or partial delivery is acceptable at no additional cost to the Government. Delivery dates are mentioned (e.g., AUG 01 2026, SEP 01 2026).

Submission & Evaluation

Offers Due: June 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures. Technical acceptability will be assessed based on compliance with Section B, attachments, and specifications. Price will be evaluated first, and the lowest priced technically acceptable offer will be considered for award.
Drawing Access: Contractors must provide DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) to clifford.dockter@us.af.mil for approved access to BIDSET drawings.