FIRE DETECTOR SYSTEM SENSING ELEMENT / 06F, C-130 HERCULES AIRCRAFT
ID: SPE4A726R0119-SynopsisType: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

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AIRCRAFT ALARM AND SIGNAL SYSTEMS (6340)

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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, is seeking suppliers for the procurement of a Fire Detector System Sensing Element for the C-130 Hercules aircraft. This indefinite quantity contract (IQC) will cover a base period of five years, with an estimated annual requirement of 40 units, and delivery is expected within 218 days after order placement. The goods are critical for ensuring the safety and operational readiness of military aircraft, and the solicitation will be issued as an unrestricted procurement, with a reverse auction process conducted online. Interested vendors should register at DLA.ProcurExInc.com and can access the solicitation on or about November 19, 2025, via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). For further inquiries, contact Gladys Brown at gladys.brown@dla.mil or by phone at 445-737-4113.

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