04F | B-52 | SKIN, AIRCRAFT
ID: SPE4A726R0226Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/cfa4d95c57d040b2a0bf96fc688a871f/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking proposals for an indefinite quantity contract (IQC) for the procurement of aircraft skin components for the B-52 aircraft. This contract, which is set aside for small businesses, will cover a base period of five years with an estimated annual requirement of 40 units, necessitating government first article testing prior to production. The components are critical for maintaining the structural integrity of the B-52 aircraft, and contractors must be certified to access the required technical data. Interested parties should prepare for the solicitation, which will be available on or about January 14, 2026, and can contact Ryan Loeffelholz at ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil or 804-279-1452 for further information.

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    Ryan Loeffelholz
    (804) 279-1452
    ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil
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