FAN, VANEAXIAL
Overview
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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 Huntsville, AL is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Five-Year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for VANEAXIAL Fans (NSN: 4140-01-671-5069, Part Number: 13705468-1). This requirement supports the M-D6 Patriot Weapon System. The acquisition is sole-sourced to LEKTRON INC. (CAGE 0SSP0) under FAR 6.302-1, citing only one responsible source. However, all responsible sources may submit an offer. Proposals are due June 3, 2026, by 4:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the acquisition of VANEAXIAL Fans, with a minimum quantity of 27 Each and a maximum of 71 Each over the five-year period. Key requirements include:
- Government Production Lot Testing (PLT) for all manufactured lots.
- Government First Article Test (FAT), with samples delivered 390 days after order issuance and a 30-day government review period.
- IUID Markings and packaging compliant with MIL-STD-129 and ISPM-15.
- Delivery is FOB Destination to Redstone Arsenal, AL.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: 5 years
- Quantities: Minimum 27 EA / Maximum 71 EA
- NAICS Code: 334220 (Size Standard: 500 Employees)
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (Restricted to LEKTRON INC. under FAR 6.302-1)
- Approved Source: LEKTRON INC. (CAGE 0SSP0)
- Export Control: Technical data is restricted by the Arms Export Control Act. Offerors and manufacturers must have an active United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted via email to Brylee Malone (brylee.malone@dla.mil). Technical Data Packages (TDPs) will be provided via the DOD SAFE site upon email request, with a 7-day retrieval window. Evaluation will consider technical acceptability, pricing reasonableness, and cost/pricing data. Proposals exceeding $2,500,000 require Certified Cost and Pricing Data.
Key Dates
- Published Date: May 4, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: June 3, 2026, 4:00 PM local time
Additional Notes
Firms with the technical ability to manufacture this NSN are encouraged to contact the ARMY Source Directorate (usarmy.redstone.devcom-avmc.mbx.amr-ss-sar@mail.mil) to become an approved source for future requirements.