New Manufacture of Sleeve and Slide, Directional Control Linear Valve for the E-3B/C/G
ID: FA811826R0011Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8118 AFSC PZABBTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

VALVES, POWERED (4810)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4d090438cec3450aba283a175cc5f726/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the new manufacture of a "Sleeve and Slide, Directional Control Linear Valve" (NSN: 4810-00-348-6335 HS). This procurement is anticipated to be a sole source award to Hydro-Aire, INC (CAGE: 81982), with an estimated quantity of 50 units required, and pricing to be provided for ranges of 13-50 and 51-75 units. The valves are critical components used in aircraft systems, ensuring proper directional control and functionality. Interested parties must submit their offers by January 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST, with delivery required by July 21, 2027, to DLA Distribution Depot Hill, Hill AFB, UT. For further inquiries, contact Alan Tran at alan.tran.1@us.af.mil or Morgan Mcgarity at morgan.mcgarity@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alan Tran
    alan.tran.1@us.af.mil
    Morgan Mcgarity
    morgan.mcgarity@us.af.mil
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    FA811826R0011.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force (FA8118-26-R-0011) is issuing a solicitation for the new manufacture of a "Sleeve and Slide, Directional Control Linear Valve" (NSN: 4810-00-348-6335 HS). This is anticipated to be a Sole Source Award to Hydro-Aire, INC (CAGE: 81982). Offers will be accepted until January 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. The acquisition is unrestricted with a NAICS code of 336413 and a size standard of 1,250 employees. The best estimated quantity is 50EA, with required pricing for ranges from 13-50 and 51-75 EA. The solicitation notes that funds are not presently available, and no award will be made until funds are available, reserving the right to cancel. Delivery is required by July 21, 2027, to DLA Distribution Depot Hill, Hill AFB, UT. The document also includes extensive clauses on inspection, acceptance, payment, and various federal acquisition regulations, including those related to cybersecurity, small business, and ethical conduct.
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