Request for Interested Manufacturers for C-5 Direct Linear Valve - NSN: 4820001614098UC
ID: FD2060-26-00080Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT WARNER ROBINS, GAROBINS A F B, GA, 31098-1813, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

VALVES, NONPOWERED (4820)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f082fb5585fc481a886a1063e41724b2/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Warner Robins, Georgia, is conducting market research to identify manufacturers capable of producing the C-5 Direct Linear Valve, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 4820001614098UC. This dual shuttle hydraulic valve, essential for controlling hydraulic fluid direction on the C-5 aircraft, is made of steel and aluminum, with specific dimensions and weight requirements. The DLA intends to award a sole source contract to ITT Aerospace Controls LLC, as the original equipment manufacturer, PneuDraulics Inc., is the only known source with the necessary technical data and capabilities. Interested parties must express their interest and capability by emailing Kaleb Medders or Todd Stimus by January 5, 2026, to be considered for this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Todd Stimus
    (478) 222-8413
    todd.stimus@us.af.mil
    Kaleb Medders
    kaleb.medders@us.af.mil
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