61--BATTERY POWER SUPPL
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 has issued a solicitation for the procurement of Battery Power Supply (aircraft components) as commercial items. This acquisition requires components that are currently in production and offered in the commercial marketplace, or have been previously offered to the public. Offers are due by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks commercial aircraft components, specifically battery power supplies, that meet government form, fit, and function requirements. Key requirements include:
- Commercial Item Determination: Offerors must provide documentation supporting the commerciality of items (e.g., product descriptions, sales history, catalog pricing).
- Technical Compliance: Submissions must include datasheets, drawings, or specifications demonstrating compliance with performance requirements.
- Certification & Traceability: Components must be new, unused, and conform to commercial standards. Traceability documentation, such as FAA Form 8130-3 or Certificate of Conformance, is mandatory. FAA Form 8130-3 must be issued by an FAA-approved production approval holder for new spares.
- Approved Sources: Offers from non-government-approved sources of supply will be deemed technically unacceptable. Authorized distributors must submit a copy of their authorization letter.
- New Spares Only: Only newly manufactured spares are acceptable; refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired material will not be considered.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for Commercial Items (FAR Part 12, with FAR Part 13/15 and DFARS 212 as applicable)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published: April 3, 2026
Requirements & Evaluation
Offerors must demonstrate that their proposed items are commercial and meet all technical specifications. Crucially, only offers from government-approved sources of supply providing newly manufactured spares will be considered. Documentation for commerciality, technical compliance, and supply chain traceability (including FAA Form 8130-3) is essential.
Additional Notes
This solicitation is issued under EAF Authority (formerly SEPA). Drawings are not available. Specific clauses such as DFARS 252.209-7010 (Critical Safety Items) and DLAD 52.?-9004 (Product Verification Testing) are incorporated by reference where applicable.