DLA Aviation (Oklahoma City) wants Cylinder, Assembly, A (NSN 1650-00-741-3109), a rudder actuator part for the T-38 aircraft. Delivery goes to Hill AFB, UT by 31 December 2027. Only approved sources can bid, and first article testing applies.
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Approved sources only. Only qualified sources can win, and the notice lists just two, so a new bidder would have to get approved first. Contractor must be an approved source.
No technical data rights. The Government does not own the data to build this part, so you would need the OEM's data or rights. The Government does not own the data or the rights to the data needed to manufacture this item.
First article testing. First article units and test reports must be delivered and approved before production, adding time and cost.
Limited-source justification. The Government says it intends to negotiate with one or a limited number of sources under FAR 6.302. This notice of intent is not a request for competition.
Export control and UID. Export control and item unique identification rules add compliance work.
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Full brief
What they want
2 first article cylinder assemblies, plus a first article test report, certification of material and certificate of compliance
23 production cylinder assemblies (Bid A, first article required)
Or 25 production cylinder assemblies if first article is waived (Bid B)
Deliver to Hill AFB, UT on or before 31 December 2027
Meet UID marking requirements and export control rules
Contract type
Request for Proposal (spares purchase); contract type not stated
Period of performance
Delivery on or before 31 December 2027
Place of performance
Delivery to SW3210, Hill AFB, UT
How they'll choose
Price is a significant factor; award may combine price and past performance (details in the solicitation)
Offers due
2026-11-04, 4:00 PM Central (-06:00)
How to submit
Solicitation is available for download only at www.sam.gov; questions to buyer Chrissy Turnage at christine.turnage@us.af.mil
What they'll judge offers on
Price
Past performance
What to include when you submit
Electronic procedures only; no hardcopies of the solicitation
Bid A includes first article items; Bid B applies if first article is waived
You must have
Must be an approved source; qualified sources listed are Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (CAGE 76823) and Thomas Instrument (CAGE 5H860) Contractor must be an approved source.
Export control requirements apply Export Control Requirements: Yes
Foreign-owned firms should contact the contracting officer before submitting Foreign owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer or program manager before submitting a proposal
Current contractor
No named incumbent. The notice says there is no recent DLA procurement history and lists Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation and Thomas Instrument as qualified sources.
Not in the notice text
Contract type and pricing structure
Full evaluation details (in the solicitation)
Drawings and technical data
Qualification process to become an approved source
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Synopsis PR: FD2030-25-00800 1. Estimated issue date and estimated closing/response date: Issue: October 5, 2026 Closes: November 4, 2026 2. RFP# SPRTA1-27-R-0001 Request for Proposal 3. Service/Spare/Repair/OH: Spares 4. AMC: 1/C 5. Nomenclature/Noun: Cylinder, Assembly, A 6. NSN: 1650-00-741-3109 7. PN: 3-43260-505 8. History: No recent DLA procurement history 9. Description/Function: Cylinder, Assembly, A. DIMENSIONS, 27.0 INCH (L) BY 10.0 INCH (W) BY 9.3 INCH (H). 11.0 POUNDS (WEIGHT). MATERIAL CONTENT, Metal Alloy. Applies mechanical inputs to the rudder actuator to obtain flight control corrections. APPL. TO T-38. 10. Total Line Item Quantity: 0001AA Bid A (First Article Required) 2 each Cylinder, Assembly, A (FA) 0001AB Bid A (First Article Required) 1 lot FA Test Report 0001AC Bid A (First Article Required) 1 lot Certification of Material 0001AD Bid A (First Article Required) 1 lot Certificate of Compliance 0001AE Bid A (First Article Required) 6-38; 23 each Cylinder, Assembly, A (Production) 0002 Bid B (If First Article Waived) 6-38; 25 each Cylinder, Assembly, A (Production, No FA) 11. Application (Engine or Aircraft): T-38 12. Destination: SW3210, Hill AFB, UT 13. Required Delivery: On or Before 31 December 2027 14. Qualification Requirements: Contractor must be an approved source. 15. Export Control Requirements: Yes 16. UID: UID requirements will apply. 17. Qualified Sources: Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (CAGE 76823) Thomas Instrument (CAGE 5H860) 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 not using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. 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 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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