F-100 Cooler, Lubricating

This federal pre-solicitation notice announces the U.S. Air Force's intent to issue a sole-source solicitation (SPRTA1-26-R-1594) for F-100 lubricating coolers (NSN: 2935-01-214-7360NZ, P/N: UA539800-1). The acquisition is designated as a Critical Safety Item and is currently sole-sourced to Triumph Thermal Systems, LLC (CAGE: 78943) under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as complete technical specifications and drawings are unavailable from the government. The estimated RFP release date is August 3, 2026, with a closing date of September 4, 2026. The government intends to procure a Best Estimated Quantity (BEQ) of 53 units (with a minimum of 13 and maximum of 80 units) to be delivered to destination SW3211 on or before March 31, 2028. Although this is a sole-source notice, all responsible sources may submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations within 45 days of publication to be considered by the agency for potential competitive procurement. The government does not intend to use FAR Part 12 commercial item procedures. Funding for this solicitation is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. The solicitation will be distributed electronically via SAM.gov (formerly FBO), and inquiries can be directed to the buyer, Jeremy Bryant.

This federal solicitation (SPRTA1-26-R-1594), issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support at Oklahoma City (Tinker AFB), is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of newly manufactured lubricating coolers (NSN: 2935-01-214-7360 NZ, Part Number: UA539800-1). The item is designated as an aluminum aviation Critical Safety Item (CSI) designed to cool engine oil, with a requirement for Item Unique Identification (IUID) and serial number markings. The baseline requirement is for 53 units, but the solicitation includes step-ladder pricing ranges from a minimum of 13 units to a maximum of 80 units to determine the best pricing option. Deliveries are required on or before March 31, 2028, on an F.O.B. Origin basis. Line Item 0002 covers Comprehensive Engine Management System (CEMS) data tracking, which is not separately priced. Key contract conditions include compliance with ISO 9001-2015 quality standards, Buy American Act provisions, and a strict prohibition against racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities. Additionally, offerors must meet cybersecurity requirements, including possessing a current Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) status and a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP 800-171 DoD Assessment in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) prior to award. Proposals are due by September 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.