Air Inlet and Sleeve, Assy / NSN: 2840-00-176-8867 / AX5T5014AX
ID: SPRRA1-25-R-0034Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT HUNTSVILLE, ALREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-7340, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412)

PSC

GAS TURBINES AND JET ENGINES, AIRCRAFT, PRIME MOVING; AND COMPONENTS (2840)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4f92a75ecc6a4476a9ebe7521a0b7b18/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Huntsville, AL, is soliciting proposals for the acquisition of 19 air inlet and sleeve units (NSN: 2840-00-176-8867, Part Number: 103003-0). Proposals must adhere to specific requirements, including packaging specifications, Unique Item Identification, and compliance with Systems Readiness Directorate clauses, with an emphasis on competitive pricing and delivery terms. These components are critical for aircraft engine operations, underscoring their importance in maintaining defense capabilities. Interested parties must submit their proposals via email by the deadline of May 1, 2025, and can contact Alivia Boyd at alivia.boyd@dla.mil or Christopher Butler at christopher.butler@dla.mil for further information.

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    AX5T5014AX Sources Sought.pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify manufacturing sources for the Air Inlet and Sleeve, NSN: 2840-00-176-8867, part number: 103003-0, which is critical to the CH-47 Turbine Engine (T55) weapon system. Currently, the government is procuring this item under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) due to insufficient data available for competitive sourcing. The SSS encourages all businesses, including small and disadvantaged firms, to register as potential vendors and seek source approval to compete in future solicitations. Interested contractors must meet prequalification standards and are responsible for all aspects of manufacturing, including logistics, supply chain management, and compliance with special requirements. This SSS serves solely for informational purposes and does not constitute a formal request for proposals or a contractual commitment. Responses to this notification will not lead to contract awards, and there are no funds available for the preparation of responses.
    AX5T5014AX Synopsis.pdf
    The document pertains to a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Defense for the acquisition of 19 units of Air Inlet and Sleeve components, specifically for the CH-47 Turbine Engine (T55). The solicitation, identified by number SPRRA1-25-R-0034, is set for a Firm Fixed Price contract, requiring delivery to New Cumberland, PA, within approximately 528 days after contract award, without First Article Testing. The item is restricted to two approved vendors: AAR Supply Chain, Inc. and Pratt & Whitney, due to the government's limitations regarding data access for other sources. All interested firms must meet prequalification criteria to be eligible for bidding and are encouraged to seek source approval to compete in future solicitations. Communication regarding the RFP must be directed to the designated contracting officer via email, and foreign firms must process requests through their embassies. This solicitation underscores the government's intent to procure specialized parts while limiting procurement to vetted suppliers to ensure security and reliability.
    LETTER RFP SPRRA1-25-R-0034.docx
    The Defense Logistics Agency issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to AAR Corporation for the acquisition of 19 air inlet and sleeve units (NSN: 2840-00-176-8867, Part Number: 103003-0). AAR is requested to provide competitive pricing and delivery terms referencing Solicitation Number SPRRA1-25-R-0034. Key requirements include adherence to packaging specifications, Unique Item Identification, and Systems Readiness Directorate clauses. Proposals must include a simulated delivery schedule and, for items exceeding $2 million, certified cost and pricing data. AAR must acknowledge understanding and compliance with all RFP terms in their submission. The RFP has been publicly advertised, with an emphasis on expedient replies before the submission deadline of May 1, 2025. Proposals should be submitted via email to a designated contact. This procurement process reflects the government's structured approach to sourcing critical components needed for defense operations, ensuring compliance and quality through specified requirements and timelines.
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