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, OK, under the Department of Defense, 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. An amendment has extended the proposal submission deadline.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks a "CASE, COMPRESSOR, AIR" (PN: 1285M49G03) which houses 4 stages of variable vanes and 2 stages of fixed vanes, aiding in airflow compression. The item must be manufactured from Titanium alloy. Key requirements include:
- New Manufacture: Surplus items are explicitly not authorized.
- Early Delivery: Acceptable.
- Identification: IUID (Item Unique Identification) is required.
- Safety: This is designated as a Critical Safety Item.
- First Article Testing: Required, including a destructive exhibit for Item No. 0001AA and a non-destructive exhibit for Item No. 0001AB.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (SEALED BIDS / IFB)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,500 employees
- Agency: DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK (Department of Defense)
- Product/Service Code: 2840 (Gas Turbines And Jet Engines, Aircraft, Prime Moving; And Components)
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must hold their proposed prices firm for 120 days. Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical, Price, and Past Performance using a Best Value Process and Performance Price Tradeoff. Detailed instructions for quote preparation are provided. Submissions must be made electronically via email to the primary contact.
Key Dates
- Original Solicitation Posted: April 2, 2026
- Amendment Posted: May 4, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: May 22, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
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).