Bracket, Eye, Rotating
ID: SPRRA125R0008Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT HUNTSVILLE, ALREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-7340, USA

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Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (333613)
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  1. 1
    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 24, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
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The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Huntsville, Alabama, is seeking proposals for a one-time firm-fixed-price procurement of a critical safety item, specifically a bracket for the UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter. The procurement is set aside for small businesses and includes requirements for first article testing, production lot testing, and the submission of a manufacturing plan post-award. This item is essential for maintaining the operational safety and effectiveness of the UH-60 Blackhawk, a vital asset in military operations. Proposals are due by January 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and interested parties should contact Mark Highland at mark.highland@dla.mil or Christopher Butler at CHRISTOPHER.BUTLER@DLA.MIL for further details.

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Nov 25, 2024, 5:54 PM UTC
This document is an official solicitation for the procurement of a Critical Safety Item (CSI), specifically a rotating eye bracket for UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters under the Defense Logistics Agency. It is a firm-fixed-price contract intended exclusively for approved small businesses, namely Rotair and Transaero. The solicitation outlines requirements for production, inspection, and testing, highlighting the need for a first article test (FAT) and production lot testing (PLT) to ensure compliance with quality standards. Key stipulations include submission of manufacturing plans, adherence to aviation safety regulations, and obligations for item-specific identification and reporting. Deliverables should be shipped to designated government locations with strict timelines established for acceptance and review of submissions. The document emphasizes the necessity of maintaining item integrity through strict quality control measures and provides detailed instructions for suppliers on compliance, marking, packaging, and invoicing processes via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. This solicitation illustrates the government's commitment to safety, quality, and support for small business participation in defense contracting.
Jan 17, 2025, 5:05 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to the solicitation SPRRA1-25-R-0008, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency, which involves a one-time firm-fixed-price procurement for a critical safety item related to the UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter. The amendment primarily adjusts the proposal due date from January 10, 2025, to January 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM, while all other terms remain unchanged. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses, specifically two approved firms. Important requirements include first article testing, production lot testing with specific guidelines, and the necessity for a manufacturing plan to be submitted post-award. Contractor responsibilities extend to compliance with regulations on arms export control and submission of reports in English. Additionally, contractor proposals must be emailed, meeting particular standards, and delivery is encouraged without extra cost to the government. The document emphasizes the importance of quality assurance and the protocols for handling potential defects through a structured reporting system. Overall, the amendment underscores regulations and stipulations to ensure compliance, safety, and timely responses from participating contractors.
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