CASE, COMPRESSOR, AIR
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 Oklahoma City has issued a Solicitation (SPRTA1-26-Q-0122) for the procurement of "CASE, COMPRESSOR, AIR" (NSN 2840-01-307-9562 PR). This acquisition is set aside for Small Businesses. Quotes are due by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks a "CASE, COMPRESSOR, AIR" (PN: 1285M49G03) which houses four stages of variable vanes and two stages of fixed vanes, aiding in airflow compression. The item must be made of Titanium alloy. Key requirements include New Manufacture (surplus is not authorized), IUID Required, and it is designated as a Critical Safety Item. First Article Testing is mandatory, with a destructive exhibit for Item No. 0001AA and a non-destructive exhibit for Item No. 0001AB. Early delivery is acceptable.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (SEALED BIDS / IFB)
- Set-Aside: Small Business
- NAICS Code: 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,500 employees
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Published: April 2, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must hold their proposed prices firm for 120 days. Quotes are to be submitted electronically via email to jayson.skalla@us.af.mil. Evaluation will consider Technical, Price, and Past Performance factors, utilizing a Best Value Process and Performance Price Tradeoff. Detailed instructions for quote preparation are provided.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering material requirements, cybersecurity, representations and certifications, and transportation data. Referenced attachments include AFMC Form 260 (First Article Requirements), DD Form 1653 (Transportation Data), DD Form 2169 (Special Packaging Instruction), and MQR-PSD-1 (Manufacture Qualification Requirements).