C-5 Thrust Reversers
ID: SPRWA1-26-R-0001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4f02268483f24e9e8e867c73a3c0e401/view
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency, specifically DLA Aviation at Warner Robins, GA, is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of C-5 Thrust Reversers, which includes 12 Left Hand and 12 Right Hand units from MRA Systems. This procurement, valued at approximately $50 million, is critical for maintaining the operational capabilities of the C-5 aircraft, and initial deliveries are required within 18 months of contract award, with subsequent monthly deliveries thereafter. Proposals are due by February 18, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST, and interested parties can reach out to Brooke Whitford or Aaron Christiansen via email for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brooke Whitford
    Brooke.whitford.3@us.af.mil
    Aaron Christiansen
    aaron.christiansen.2@us.af.mil
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    Combined Synopsis Solicitation for FD20602600036_C-5 Thrust Reversers .docx
    The Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation (SPRWA1-26-R-0001) for the sole-source procurement of C-5 Thrust Reversers (Left Hand/Right Hand) from MRA Systems. This Request for Proposal (RFP), dated December 19, 2025, with an estimated contract value of $50M, seeks 24 thrust reversers (12 Left Hand, 12 Right Hand). Initial deliveries are required within 18 months of contract award, with subsequent deliveries monthly thereafter. Proposals are due by February 18, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST. The acquisition is for commercial items under FAR Part 12 and will be conducted via negotiation under FAR Part 15. The NAICS code is 336413, and the DPAS rating is A1.
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