17--STRUCTURAL COMPONEN
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 is soliciting proposals for a New Spares requirement for Structural Components (Part Number 628523-1L). This is a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and Critical Application Item (CAI) essential for crucial shipboard aircraft launch and recovery systems. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due May 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the manufacture, testing, and inspection of structural components according to drawing 628523-1L and referenced specifications. Key aspects include:
- Flight Critical Item: Requires engineering source approval by Naval Air Systems Command. Only approved companies are eligible for award.
- Source Approval Request (SAR): Unapproved sources must submit a comprehensive SAR by the solicitation closing date, including configuration drawings, process sheets, purchase orders, comparative analysis, and inspection method sheets.
- Quality Assurance: Extensive requirements including ISO 9001, First Article Testing (FAT) with 100% inspection for critical characteristics, NADCAP/ISO 17025 accreditation for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) companies, and mandatory PCO inspection at source. Critical manufacturing processes include Heat Treat, Welding, and Material Processing Requirements (MPR).
- Welding Requirements: Detailed procedures for welding, welder performance qualification, Level III certification, and visual inspection procedures are mandatory.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for New Spares
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: May 6, 2026, 2:00 PM Local Time
- Published: May 4, 2026 (latest update)
- Product Service Code: 1720 (Aircraft Launching Equipment)
Evaluation Factors
Proposals will be evaluated based on price, delivery timeframe, and past performance. All evaluation factors other than cost or price, when combined, are approximately equal to cost or price. The Government may conduct a reverse auction.
Additional Notes
No drawings are available for this Request for Proposal. The contractor is solely responsible for providing any necessary tooling. Final inspection requires 14-day advance notification to the PCO and NAWC Lakehurst QA. A waiver for First Article Approval Requirements may be considered for offerors with recent, identical production history from the same facility, requiring submission of two prices (with/without waiver).