TIP,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 at Philadelphia, PA has issued a solicitation for Aircraft Tips (Airframe Structural Components), identified as a Critical Safety Item (CSI). This opportunity is being conducted under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) Authority. Proposals are due April 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for TIP,AIRCRAFT components, falling under Product Service Code 1560 (Airframe Structural Components). Key requirements include ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION, INSPECTION OF SUPPLIES--FIXED-PRICE, and adherence to HIGHER-LEVEL CONTRACT QUALITY REQUIREMENT (ISO 9000 or equivalent). The contract will include WARRANTY OF SUPPLIES OF A NONCOMPLEX NATURE (one year from delivery, 45 days after defect discovery) and FMS DELIVERY AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS. BUY AMERICAN clauses are applicable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (likely Fixed-Price based on clauses)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: April 16, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: April 1, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC
Key Requirements & Notes
This solicitation is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) Authority. It is for a Critical Safety Item (CSI).
Only offers received from government-approved sources of supply will be deemed technically acceptable. Distributors of approved sources MUST submit a copy of their authorized distributor letter, on the source's letterhead, to the buyer point of contact via email at the time of proposal submittal. Drawings are not available for this Request for Quotation. Compliance with various FAR clauses, including EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TRANSPORTATION OF SUPPLIES BY SEA, and SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS, is required.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact SEAMUS.CORKERY@DLA.MIL or call 267-530-1679.