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DLA Aviation (Oklahoma City) plans to buy 39 starter valves (NSN 2995-01-204-6249) for the B-1 aircraft, with a quantity range of 10 to 59. Delivery is due to SW3211 on or before 21 March 2029. The Government says it intends to negotiate with only one or a limited number of sources, and lists Honeywell International as the qualified source.
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Limited-source buy. The Government plans to talk to only one or a few sources, so a new firm may not be considered. the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one, or a limited number of sources under the authority of FAR 6.302
No Government data rights. You would need the technical data from the original maker to build this part, which may be hard to get. The Government does not own the data or the rights to the data needed to manufacture this item.
UID marking required. Unique item identification marking adds cost and process work. UID requirements will apply.
Funding contingent. Payment depends on appropriated funds being available. Government's obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds
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What they want
39 each Starter Valve, NSN 2995-01-204-6249, PN 3214466-5-4 (quantity range 10-59)
Item regulates air to the air turbine starter; aluminum and steel, about 12 x 8 x 10 inches, 2.0 lbs
Delivery to SW3211 on or before 21 March 2029
UID (unique item identification) marking requirements will apply
Contract type
Supply (spares) purchase via a Request for Proposal; written quotation will be requested
Period of performance
Delivery on or before 21 MAR 2029
How they'll choose
Price is a significant factor; award may be based on a combination of price and past performance
Offers due
SAM.gov field shows 2026-10-22T23:59:00-05:00; the text says the solicitation is estimated to issue 23 OCT 2026 and close 23 NOV 2026
How to submit
Solicitation to be downloaded from www.sam.gov; written quotation requested; questions to buyer Michael Hannan at micahel.hannan.1@us.af.mil (address as written in the notice)
What they'll judge offers on
Price
Past performance
What to include when you submit
Electronic procedures only; hardcopy solicitations will not be sent
Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestors are acceptable
Foreign owned firms should contact the contracting officer or program manager before submitting a proposal
A commercial item interest may be identified to the contracting officer within 15 days of the notice
You must have
All responsible sources may submit an offer all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.
No set-aside; open to firms of any size This acquisition will not be set aside.
Foreign owned firms must check for restrictions before proposing Foreign owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer or program manager before submitting a proposal
Current contractor
Honeywell International Inc. (CAGE 99193) is the listed qualified source; purchase history shows 1 each bought 23 Sep 2005 from Honeywell International Inc. (02LU7)
Not in the notice text
Exact response deadline (SAM field says 2026-10-22; text says est. close 23 NOV 2026)
Estimated value
Contract type and pricing arrangement
Place of performance
Technical data and drawings needed to make the part
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Synopsis PR: FD2030-27-00171 1. Estimated issue date and estimated closing/response date: Issue: 23 OCT 2026 Closes: 23 NOV 2026 2. RFP# SPRTA1-27-R-0035 3. Service/Spare/Repair/OH: Spares 4. AMC: 3/P 5. Nomenclature/Noun: Starter Valve 6. NSN: 2995-01-204-6249 7. PN: 3214466-5-4 8. History: 23 Sep 2005, 1 each, Honeywell International Inc. (02LU7) 9. Description/Function: Item regulates air to the air turbine starter DIMENTIONS, 12.0 INCH LONG BY 8.0 INCH WIDE BY 10.0 INCH TALL. Weight, 2.0 lbs. MATERIAL CONTENT, Aluminum and Steel 10. Total Line-Item Quantity: L/I 0001 - 39 Each (Range: 10-59) 11. Application (Engine or Aircraft): B-1 12. Destination: L/I 0001 Ship to SW3211 13. Required Delivery: L/I 0001 Ship To SW3211, On or Before 21 MAR 2029 14. Qualification Requirements: Do not exist. 15. Export Control Requirements: No 16. UID: Note to Contractor: UID requirements will apply. 17. Qualified Sources: Honeywell International Inc. (CAGE 99193) 18. Set-aside: This acquisition will not be set aside. 19. 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 procurement described make contract with the firm(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 not using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the supplies or services described. However, interested persons may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. 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 (405) 855-3552. 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. 20. Buyer name and email address: Questions concerning this synopsis or subsequent solicitation can be directed to the buyer Michael Hannan at micahel.hannan.1@us.af.mil.
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