Manufacture of Aircraft Door for the B-52 Aircraft
ID: SPRTA1-24-R-0226Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking qualified small businesses to manufacture aircraft doors for the B-52 aircraft, specifically focusing on the tip gear system. The procurement includes multiple line items, such as the production of access doors made from composite and aluminum materials, as well as first article test reports and certifications, with a total quantity of 28 doors required by February 28, 2025. This contract is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the B-52 fleet, which plays a significant role in national defense. Interested parties should contact Dana Craun at dana.craun@us.af.mil or call 405-426-9405 for further details, as this opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under FAR 19.5 regulations.

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