SEAL, COVER PLATE / NSN 1420-00-906-1247 / LGM-30
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 intends to issue an Unrestricted Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for SEAL, COVER PLATE (NSN 1420-00-906-1247), a critical component for the LGM-30 ICBM. This presolicitation indicates a limited source procurement, with Parker Hannifin identified as the sole approved source. Interested parties must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) for consideration. Responses to this presolicitation notice are due by June 22, 2023, with the full solicitation estimated for May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of SEAL, COVER PLATE, NSN 1420-00-906-1247, which is a critical item for USAF ICBMs. The Estimated Annual Quantity (EAQ) is 120 EACH. Production units will be FOB: Destination, with Inspection/Acceptance at Origin. Government First Article Testing and Export Control apply. The item is critical but not deemed a Critical Safety Item.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Limited Sources under FAR 6.302)
- Sole Approved Source: Parker Hannifin (CAGE 83259), p/n 638112-1. OEM: Boeing (CAGE 94756), p/n 261-0208-002.
- Responses to Presolicitation Due: June 22, 2023 (for statements of interest/capability or proposals within 45 days of original synopsis publication).
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: May 1, 2026
- Published Date (Presolicitation): April 16, 2026 (Note: This date appears to be for the future solicitation, while the response date of June 22, 2023, implies an earlier publication for this presolicitation notice).
Evaluation
For the future contract award, decisions may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but proposals received within 45 days of the synopsis publication will be considered.
Additional Notes
This is a limited source procurement due to the NSN being source controlled, and DLA Weapons Support - Richmond does not possess complete technical data. Any other interested contractor must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval. The Government is not using policies for the Acquisition of Commercial Items (FAR Part 12) for this requirement, but interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov to receive an award. The solicitation will be available via DIBBS at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/ on the issue date.