STEM & BUSHING / NSN 1650-00-698-5585 / C-130 AIRCRAFT
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 is issuing an Unrestricted presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for STEM & BUSHING (NSN 1650-00-698-5585) for C-130 aircraft. This is a sole source action with Eaton, requiring other interested parties to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR). Responses to this notice of intent are due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the supply of NSN 1650-00-698-5585, a STEM & BUSHING, with an Estimated Annual Quantity (EAQ) of 120 EACH. Production units will be FOB Destination, with inspection and acceptance at destination. The item is critical but not a Critical Safety Item.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Sole Source)
- Sole Source: Eaton (CAGEs 62983 & 90166), part number DS-922575
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: January 7, 2026
- Responses to Notice Due: February 9, 2026
- Published: December 22, 2025
Evaluation
The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the future solicitation. Proposals received within 45 days of the synopsis publication will be considered.
Additional Notes
DLA Aviation does not possess technical data for this part. Any other interested contractor must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval. The Government is not using Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, but interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov to receive an award. The solicitation will be available via DIBBS (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the issue date.