CYLINDER,WATER
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, on behalf of the Department of Defense, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of CYLINDER,WATER components. This is a Critical Safety Item (CSI), requiring engineering source approval by the Naval Air Systems Command. The solicitation is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) Authority and is a 100 Percent Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by 11:59 P.M. local time on April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the manufacturing, testing, and inspection of CYLINDER,WATER components, specifically P/N 610614-12R, Revision REV AB, and related sub-components (P/N 14-40724-2 Ring, Annulus w/Key; P/N 610507-6 Cylinder). The quantity has been increased from 2 to 3 each. These components are designated for a crucial shipboard system supporting aircraft launch/recovery, necessitating stringent quality control and special control procedures due to their critical nature.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: 100 Percent Small Business Set-Aside
- Product Service Code: 1720 (Aircraft Launching Equipment)
- Proposal Due: April 10, 2026, 11:59 P.M. local time
- Published Date: March 27, 2026
Key Requirements & Special Conditions
- Critical Safety Item (CSI): Strict adherence to DFARS clause 252.209-7010 and special control procedures are mandatory.
- Engineering Source Approval: Only companies with prior Naval Air Systems Command engineering source approval are eligible. New manufacturers may submit a Source Approval Request by the closing date, including detailed documentation (configuration drawings, process sheets, purchase orders, comparative analysis, inspection methods).
- First Article Testing (FAT): A mandatory First Article Test (one uncoated unit) is required, with government evaluation. The contractor must provide facilities, personnel, and a detailed FAT Report within 15 calendar days of testing. Waivers may be granted for offerors with recent, identical production (within 3 years, same location), requiring a certification and potentially two price submissions.
- Quality Assurance (QA): Extensive QA includes NAWCADLKE inspection surveillance, 100% inspection for critical/major features, AQLs for threads/dimensions, and specific NDT (Magnetic Particle, Surface, Penetrant, Radiographic) requirements. NAWCADLKE QA representatives (Jose G. Torraca, jose.g.torraca.civ@us.navy.mil, 732-323-2834) must be notified 14 days prior to final inspection and 10 days prior to in-process inspections.
- Critical Manufacturing Processes: Heat Treat, Welding, Casting(s), and Material Processing Requirements (MPR) apply.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073.
Evaluation & Submission
Proposals will be evaluated based on price, delivery timeframe, and past performance, with non-price factors approximately equal to price. The Government may conduct a reverse auction. Offerors must email their proposals to kenneth.lauber@dla.mil. Post-award requests should be sent to dlawsphlpostawd@dla.mil.