The agency plans to award to one named company. Others can only submit a capability statement to challenge it.
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DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City plans to buy 33 branched wiring harnesses (NSN 6150-01-211-8062, part number 713447E) for the B-1 aircraft, with a quantity range of 9 to 50, delivered to Tinker AFB, OK on or before 30 Oct 2027. The buy is limited to approved sources, and only Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation (CAGE 99167) is listed. The Government plans to solicit only one or a limited number of sources, but says all responsible sources may submit a proposal.
Watch out for
Approved-source requirement. Only approved sources can win, and the listed qualified source is Hamilton Sundstrand; a new supplier would need to get approved first. Contractor must be an approved source.
No technical data rights. The Government does not own the manufacturing data, so a new maker would need to get data or rights from the original manufacturer. The Government does not own the data or the rights to the data needed to manufacture this item.
Limited-source buy. The Government intends to negotiate with one or a few sources, so competing is an uphill fight. intends to solicit and negotiate with only one, or a limited number of sources under the authority of FAR 6.302
Unclear dates. The notice fields say responses are due October 21, 2026, but the text says the solicitation is expected to issue on October 21 and close November 20, 2026. Issue: October 21, 2026 Closes: November 20, 2026
Delivery to SW3211, Tinker AFB, OK on or before 30 Oct 2027
Item used on the B-1; about 6.5 x 3.5 x 6.0 inches and 4.0 pounds
UID (unique item identification) marking applies
Contract type
Request for Proposal (RFP) SPRTA1-27-R-0025 for spares, using FAR Part 12 commercial item policies
Period of performance
Required delivery on or before 30 Oct 2027
Place of performance
Ship to SW3211, Tinker AFB, OK
How they'll choose
Price is a significant factor; award may combine price and past performance, as detailed in the solicitation
Offers due
Notice fields show 2026-10-21 12:00 (UTC-05:00); the synopsis text gives an estimated issue date of October 21, 2026 and an estimated closing date of November 20, 2026
How to submit
Solicitation will be available for download only at www.sam.gov; questions to buyer Chrissy Turnage, christine.turnage@us.af.mil
What they'll judge offers on
Price
Past performance
What to include when you submit
Hardcopies of the solicitation will not be sent
Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestors are acceptable
Anticipated award date is 90 days after the issuance of this notice
You must have
Must be an approved source for this part (qualification requirement) Contractor must be an approved source.
Foreign-owned firms should contact the contracting officer or program manager before proposing Foreign owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer or program manager before submitting a proposal
Current contractor
Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation (CAGE 99167) is the listed qualified source and appears in the purchase history (2 Mar 2026, 17 each).
Not in the notice text
Exact contract type and pricing arrangement
Details of the approved-source process and how to become approved
UID marking specifics
Whether the solicitation will actually be competed beyond the listed source
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Synopsis PR: FD2030-27-00026 1. Estimated issue date and estimated closing/response date: Issue: October 21, 2026 Closes: November 20, 2026 2. RFP# SPRTA1-27-R-0025 Request for Proposal 3. Service/Spare/Repair/OH: Spares 4. AMC: 3/R 5. Nomenclature/Noun: Wiring Harness, Branched 6. NSN: 6150-01-211-8062 7. PN: 713447E 8. History: 2 Mar 2026, 17 each, Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation, (99167) 9. Description/Function: Wiring Harness, Branched. DIMENSIONS, 6.5 INCH (L) BY 3.5 INCH (W) BY 6.0 INCH (H). 4.0 POUNDS (WEIGHT). MATERIAL CONTENT, Steel alloy, magnesium alloy, plastics, copper, and teflon. Governor portion regulates CSD output speed, switches relay temperature and oil pressure to the engineering panel. APPL. TO B-1. 10. Total Line Item Quantity: L/I 0001 33 Each (Range: 9-50) 11. Application (Engine or Aircraft): B-1 12. Destination: Ship to SW3211, Tinker AFB, OK 13. Required Delivery: On or Before 30 Oct 2027 14. Qualification Requirements: Contractor must be an approved source. 15. Export Control Requirements: No 16. UID: UID requirements will apply. 17. Qualified Sources: Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation (CAGE 99167) 18. Set-aside: This acquisition will not be set aside. 19. Surplus: Surplus is not authorized. 20. Mandatory Language: The Government does not own the data or the rights to the data needed to manufacture this item. Firms interested in participating in this procurement are encouraged to contact the OEM to inquire about the data or rights to the data. In accordance with FAR 5.207(c) (16) (i), all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Foreign owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer or program manager before submitting a proposal to determine whether there are restrictions on receiving an award. It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement make contract with the firms(s) listed. This acquisition involves technology that has a military or space application. The extent of foreign participation has not yet been determined. Nothing in this notice contradicts other restrictions, identified in the synopsis notice or solicitation, regarding eligible sources (e.g., if this is a small business set aside, foreign sources may not participate as potential prime contractors but could, if otherwise eligible, participate as subcontractors). Based upon market research, the Government is using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. Government's obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation. Hardcopies of the solicitation will not be sent from this office. The solicitation will be available for download only at www.sam.gov. Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c) (1), Justification: supplies (or Services) required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible source(s) and no other type of supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The proposed contract action is for supplies and services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one, or a limited number of sources under the authority of FAR 6.302. This notice of intent is not a request for competition. However, all proposals received within 45 days (30 days if award is issued under an existing basic ordering agreement) after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Note: While price will be a significant factor in the evaluation of offers, the final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price and past performance factors as detailed in the solicitation. Note: An Ombudsman has been appointed to hear concerns from offerors or potential offerors during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. The purpose of the Ombudsman is not to diminish the authority of the program director or contracting officer, but to communicate contractor concerns, issues, disagreements and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel. When requested, the Ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the source selection process. Interested parties are invited to call the Ombudsman at 385-591-1672. DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR SOLICITATION REQUESTS. Request for written quotation will be issued. Only written or faxed request received directly from the requestors are acceptable. The anticipated award date will be 90 days after the issuance of this notice. 21. Buyer name and email address: Questions concerning this synopsis or subsequent solicitation can be directed to the buyer Chrissy Turnage at christine.turnage@us.af.mil.
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