SPRRA1-26-R-0021 CELL, FUEL, AIRCRAFT
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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 Aircraft Fuel Cells (NSN: 1560-01-537-5290) for the CH-47 Chinook weapon system. This is a limited source requirement with only two approved sources: ROBERTSON FUEL SYSTEMS, LLC and KAMPI COMPONENTS CO. Proposals are due March 9, 2026, at 01:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of aircraft fuel cells. Key requirements include First Article Test (FAT), IUID markings, and packaging/marking compliant with MIL-STD-129. Specific preservation, cleaning, wrapping, cushioning, and packing codes are detailed, and wood packaging material (WPM) must be ISPM-15 compliant. The place of performance is GA 31098, United States.
Contract Details
- Type: 3-year Indefinite Delivery Requirements (IDR) Firm Fixed Price effort.
- Set-Aside: Limited source, justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1).
- Approved Sources: ROBERTSON FUEL SYSTEMS, LLC (CAGE 1T765) and KAMPI COMPONENTS CO (CAGE 72016).
- Estimated Quantity: 23 minimum / 33 maximum.
- Estimated Value: Over $900,000 and not exceeding $20,000,000.
- Subcontracting Plan: Applies to requirements over $950,000.
- Delivery Orders: Funds obligated upon issuance of each delivery order, subject to FAR 52.216-21.
- DPAS Rated Order: DO.
- Payment: Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) will be used for payment requests and receiving reports.
First Article Testing (FAT)
A First Article Test (FAT) is required. Bidders can request a waiver or partial waiver of FAT requirements using the "FIRST ARTICLE WAIVER WORKSHEET - Revision E." Partial waivers are not accepted for aviation items. An "ORIENTATION ON FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION (FAI)" document provides guidance on the Contractor Tested FAT process, including government participation (DCMA QAR), the First Article Test Report (FATR), courtesy reviews, and common rejection causes. Production commencement for the balance of the contract quantity is at the Contractor's sole risk without written PCO authorization.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: March 9, 2026, at 01:00 AM local time.
- Submission: Instructions are detailed in Section L of the solicitation.
- Evaluation: Criteria are in Section M. Past performance and technical factors are significantly more important than cost or price. The government may make a trade-off between non-price factors and cost or price.
Additional Notes
Firms interested in competing for future solicitations are encouraged to seek source approval by submitting a Source Approval Request (SAR). Technical data is not available to permit full and open competition. Accelerated delivery is encouraged at no additional cost.