TAILCONE ASSEMBLY
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) Mechanicsburg is soliciting quotes for a TAILCONE ASSEMBLY. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due by March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and quality requirements for the TAILCONE ASSEMBLY, specifically design represented by Cage Code 53711, reference number 5013148. Key requirements include:
- Marking in accordance with MIL-STD-130, REV N, 16 NOV 2012.
- Strict procedures for design, material, servicing, or part number changes, requiring Contracting Officer approval, except for identical part number changes (Code 1).
- Contractor responsibility for all inspection requirements and compliance with quality standards, maintaining records for 365 days post-delivery.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: February 26, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on solicitation requirements. Offerors must specify any exceptions (e.g., Mil specs/standards, packaging) when submitting quotes via EDI. If not the manufacturer, the OEM cage code and part number must be provided. Crucially, consideration for award will only be given to authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item, with proof required with the offer.
Additional Notes
- Drawings or technical data are not available for this item.
- Electronic submittal of Invoice and Receiving Report (COMBO) through PIEE-WAWF is required. Contractors are encouraged to register for Electronic Document Access (EDA) at piee.eb.mil.
- The DLA Procurement Note E06 Inspection and Acceptance at Source (JUN 2018) is applicable.
- Changes to production facilities require Contracting Officer approval and may incur a $250 administrative cost reduction.
- Offerors should provide an email address for follow-up communications and consider registering with NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg for automated notifications from NECO.