PLUG,BEARING
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, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a PLUG, BEARING (NSN: 2840-00-337-4704NZ / PN: 010079). This is a Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, requiring new manufacture of a Critical Safety Item. Offers are due by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation, identified as SPRTA1-26-Q-0099, is for a "PLUG, BEARING" described as forming the forward housing of the No. 5 bearing compartment and routing supply oil to the No. 5 bearing OD. Key requirements include:
- Item: PLUG, BEARING (NSN: 2840-00-337-4704 NZ)
- Manufacture: New Manufacture is strictly required; surplus items are NOT AUTHORIZED.
- Criticality: The item is designated as a Critical Safety Item.
- Quantity: Estimated at 13 EA, with a quantity range from 4 EA to 20 EA.
- Delivery: Early delivery is acceptable.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Solicitation Type: Sealed Bids (IFB)
- Set-Aside: Small Business (NAICS 336412, size standard 1,500 employees)
- Published Date: April 3, 2026
- Offers Due: May 4, 2026, 7:09 PM UTC
- Offer Validity: Offers must be held firm for 120 days.
- Proposed Delivery Date: October 31, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Best Value Process utilizing Performance Price Tradeoff (PPT) Source Selection Procedures. Evaluation will prioritize technical acceptability as a prerequisite, followed by an assessment of Cost/Price and Past Performance.
Additional Notes
Several attachments are included, such as Packaging Requirements, Transportation Data, IUID Checklist, and Manufacture Qualification Requirements. The contract will incorporate various FAR and DFARS clauses related to administration, payment, and quality. Primary contact for this opportunity is Jayson Skalla (jayson.skalla@us.af.mil).