6220009259497; 41N CH-53 HELICOPTER; CFN HELICOPTER, MH-53E; EAN HELICOPTER CH-53
Overview
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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 is seeking an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for CH-53 Helicopter Indicator Lights (NSN 6220-009259497). This is an unrestricted solicitation for a 5-year base period, with proposals due on April 22, 2026. The opportunity is identified by PR number 1000228236.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for LIGHT, INDICATOR; CRITICAL; HIGHER LEVEL; COMMERCIAL-OF-A-TYPE, specifically NSN: 6220-009259497. The approved sources are ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC (CAGE 45934) and GRIMES AEROSPACE COMPANY (CAGE 72914), both for P/N 65-0151-3.
Required delivery is 185 days to any facility in the Continental United States as cited on each delivery order. The Estimated Annual Demand (EAD) is 34 units, which will be used for pricing evaluation. The Guaranteed Minimum will be specified in the solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period, no options
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS: 335132
- Product Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
- FOB: Origin
- Inspection/Acceptance: Origin for DLA Direct
- Solicitation Release: Scheduled for April 8, 2026
- Proposals Due: April 22, 2026, by 6:00 PM EDT
Evaluation
Pricing will be evaluated based on the Estimated Annual Demand (EAD) of 34 units. The Guaranteed Minimum will be detailed in the solicitation.
Additional Notes
Proposals must be submitted electronically via the BSM Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) Homepage, in accordance with FAR 15.208. A paper copy of the solicitation will not be available. The solicitation will be accessible under the "Request for Proposal (RFP)" section on DIBBS. For inquiries, contact LaDonna Groven (LaDonna.Groven@dla.mil, 804-279-2370) or Heidi Lacosse (Heidi.Lacosse@dla.mil, 804-316-2631) at DLA Aviation in Richmond, VA.