Differential Gear Unit
ID: SPRTA1-25-R-0359Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS POWER TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT (3040)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7ba3b05cdc1244728bb4a3d4dc9bde5b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Oklahoma City, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Differential Gear Unit, a critical component used in F-16 aircraft. The solicitation, identified as RFP# SPRTA1-25-R-0359, seeks a total of 26 units, with a delivery deadline set for on or before April 28, 2027. This procurement emphasizes compliance with federal regulations and encourages participation from small businesses and veteran-owned enterprises, with proposals due by July 2, 2025. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Chrissy Turnage at christine.turnage@us.af.mil for further details.

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    Chrissy Turnage
    christine.turnage@us.af.mil
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    SPRTA1-25-R-0359.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for commercial products and services from the Department of Defense, specifically for a delivery order issued by DLA Aviation in Oklahoma City. The main topic is to invite offers for a specific type of item: a differential gear unit, with a detailed description of the materials required and the method of solicitation as a Request for Proposal. The solicitation specifies various target demographics, including small businesses and veteran-owned enterprises, and sets a due date for offers. Additional terms include an emphasis on compliance with federal regulations, unique item identification requirements, and electronic submission guidelines for payment requests. Various clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) are incorporated, detailing aspects of contract administration, payment procedures, and contractor obligations. This document serves as a formal request for quotations within the framework of federal contracting practices, aiming to ensure compliance, transparency, and efficacy in procurement.
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