The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to award a Sole Source contract to Curtiss-Wright/ESCO for the procurement of 26 Deutz Diesel engines, as authorized under 10 USC 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1. These engines are critical for supporting operations and aircraft sorties in the EUCOM and AFAFRICA regions, serving as the sole approved replacements for essential equipment. The engines must meet specific requirements, including designated part numbers, power ratings, and quality assurance inspections to ensure operational readiness. Interested parties may submit inquiries to the primary contact, Fabiana Benkel, at fabiana.benkel.de@us.af.mil, with responses considered until April 30, 2025, to assess the potential for competitive procurement.