17--TOWBAR,AIRCRAFT
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 Aircraft Towbars (NSN 7R-1730-014689911-EY), quantity 6 EA, as a new spares requirement. This opportunity is restricted to Government-approved sources due to the flight-critical nature of the item and proprietary technical data. Proposals are due April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for six (6) Aircraft Towbars (NSN 7R-1730-014689911-EY), designated as new spares, with delivery FOB Origin. The item requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFP implied by amendment)
- Item: Aircraft Towbar (NSN 7R-1730-014689911-EY)
- Quantity: 6 EA
- Set-Aside/Restrictions: Restricted to Government-approved sources only. New sources must undergo a qualification process.
- Proposal Due: April 15, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: March 27, 2026
Key Requirements & Source Approval
This is a source-approved item where existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge are held by qualified sources. The approved sources retain data rights or technical data not economically available to the Government.
- New Sources: Must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity.
- Submission for New Sources: If not an approved source, submit detailed information from the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original description) with your proposal. If a request is pending, submit a copy of the cover letter.
- Drawing Update: Drawing Update Sheet TDR 25-10043 is incorporated and applicable to this RFP, replacing TDR 25-10103. Bidders must use TDR 25-10043 for their proposals.
- Warning: Offers lacking required source approval data will not be considered. Award may proceed with approved sources if new source approval delays impact fleet support.
- Qualification: Award is contingent on the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meeting qualification requirements at the time of award, per FAR clause 52.209-1.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Military and Federal Specifications and Standards can be obtained from DODSSP via ASSIST-Online. Contact: THOMAS KUHNLE, THOMAS.KUHNLE@DLA.MIL, (215)737-4024.