The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Land and Maritime), is seeking proposals for the procurement of an aircraft access cover, specifically NSN 1560-01-668-3317, which is classified as a Critical Safety Item. This procurement involves a firm-fixed price contract for a quantity of six units, with a delivery timeline of approximately 800 days post-award, including time allocated for First Article Testing. The item is crucial for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment, and only manufacturers approved by NAVAIR are eligible to produce it; others must submit a Source Approval Request. Interested parties should contact Susan Lupo at 614-692-1198 or via email at Susan.Lupo@dla.mil for further details, and the solicitation is expected to be available on the DIBBS website on October 18, 2024.