SPRRA1-26-R-0002/NSN: 1615-01-141-7532/ NOUN: COUPLING ASSY,SERVO

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources for a COUPLING ASSY,SERVO (NSN: 1615-01-141-7532, Part Number: 70400-06100-042) for the UH-60 BLACKHAWK weapon system. The proposed NAICS Code is 336413 with a size standard of 1250 employees. This part currently requires engineering source approval and is procured under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) due to only one responsible source retaining data rights, manufacturing knowledge, or technical data not economically available to the Government. The DLA is interested in all businesses, including small businesses and various set-aside categories, and encourages firms to seek source approval to compete in future solicitations. Responding to this SSS is voluntary and does not guarantee a contract award.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is soliciting bids for 371 COUPLING ASSY, SERVO units (NSN: 1615-01-141-7532; Part Number: 70400-06100-042) for UH-60 BLACKHAWK helicopters under Solicitation Number SPRRA1-26-R-0002. This is a Firm Fixed Price contract. The item is restricted to Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (CAGE CODE: 78286) due to engineering source approval requirements, proprietary data rights, and specialized manufacturing knowledge. While all responsible sources may submit offers, prequalification is mandatory, and firms are encouraged to seek source approval for future solicitations. Production lead time is 1080 days with First Article Testing or 720 days without, with deliveries to TRACEY, CA. Contact Michael E. Wagner at DLA-AHAA via email for solicitation requests, providing company details.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation for the acquisition of 371 COUPLING ASSY, SERVO units (NSN 1615-01-141-7532, Part Number 70400-06100-042). This is a one-time buy under Solicitation Number SPRRA1-26-R-0002. Key requirements include Contractor First Article Test, Production Lot Test, Item Unique Identification (IUID), Serial Number Requirement Reporting, and compliance with The Army Maintenance Management System-Aviation (TAMMS-A). This item is classified as a Critical Safety Item, requiring adherence to Critical Safety Items Critical Characteristics New Manufacture QE-STD-1, and submission of a manufacturing plan within 30 days of award. Proposals must include a simulated delivery schedule and acknowledge all RFP terms. Certified Cost and Pricing Data are required for non-commercial items exceeding $2,500,000. The proposal, due by December 5, 2025, should be submitted in writing to Stacy Hood and Christopher Butler.