VALVE, LINEAR, DIRECT
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 Oklahoma City, OK intends to award a sole-source contract for VALVE, LINEAR, DIRECT (NSN: 4810-01-251-8480, PN: A71503-2) spares for the F-15 aircraft. This presolicitation notice indicates the government's intent to negotiate with Moog Inc. (Cage: 9P5N5), citing limited responsible sources. While not a request for competition, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. The estimated issue date is June 8, 2026, with an estimated closing date of June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 6 EA (minimum 3, maximum 9) of the VALVE, LINEAR, DIRECT, which functions as a Mode Select Assembly for the PRCA E model. The valve dimensions are L=12.5000 in, W=12.5000 in, H=14.5000 in, and it weighs 7.7000 lbs, made of Aluminum. Delivery is required by October 29, 2029, to Tinker AFB, OK. Qualification requirements and IUID requirements apply.
Contract & Timeline
- RFP#: SPRTA1-26-R-0338
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Estimated Issue Date: June 8, 2026
- Estimated Closing Date: June 22, 2026
- Required Delivery: October 29, 2029
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302, citing limited responsible sources.
Evaluation
While price will be a significant factor, the final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price and past performance factors as detailed in the solicitation.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competition. However, proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered. The government will use electronic procedures, and the solicitation will be available for download only at www.SAM.gov. An Ombudsman is available for concerns at (405) 855-3552. Questions should be directed to Genevee Suba at genevee.suba@us.af.mil.