SPRRA1-26-Q-0025 // STARTER DRIVE, ASSEMBLY // NSN 2840-01-461-9195
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Huntsville, AL, is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the acquisition of 7 each STARTER DRIVE, ASSEMBLY (NSN: 2840-01-461-9195, Part Number: 2-160-010-21). This is a one-time buy in support of the ENGINES weapon system. While currently a sole-source acquisition, DLA is conducting market research to identify new qualified manufacturing/supply sources for future competitive efforts. Proposals are due June 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the STARTER DRIVE, ASSEMBLY, NSN 2840-01-461-9195, Part Number 2-160-010-21. This part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity due to existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge held by approved sources. The current acquisition is under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) (sole source).
Contractors will be responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing/production process, including supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, material forecasting, obsolescence issues, and final delivery. Recurring and nonrecurring engineering services associated with becoming a qualified source are also required.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Proposal (RFP) against Honeywell BOA SPE4A1-22-G-0014.
- Product Service Code: 2840 (Gas Turbines And Jet Engines, Aircraft, Prime Moving; And Components)
- NAICS Code: 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1500 employees.
- Set-Aside: Currently Sole Source (FAR 6.302-1(a)(1)). However, DLA is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturing/supply sources for future competitive or small business set-aside efforts.
- Place of Performance: Phoenix, AZ.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted in writing via email to the specified contacts by June 8, 2026. Key submission requirements include:
- Best pricing and delivery terms for a one-time buy of 7 units.
- Simulated delivery schedule in Microsoft Project or Excel, detailing lead time and manufacturing capacity.
- Item Unique Identification (IUID) markings for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, or a prompt waiver request.
- Compliance with packaging requirements, SRD engineering, and AMRDEC Mandated Clauses.
Special Requirements & Notes
- Export Control: This acquisition contains technical data restricted by the Arms Export Control Act or Export Administration Act. Information cannot be released outside the U.S. without prior government approval.
- JCP Certification: Offerors and their sources of supply must have an active United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification to access export-controlled data. DLA will not delay award for ineligible offerors to obtain this.
- Source Approval: Firms capable of producing the item are encouraged to identify themselves and seek source approval via AvMC's public website:
https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/TechDataMgmt. - Disclaimer: This notice also serves as a Sources Sought Synopsis for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.