Manufacture of Trailing Edge for the B-1 Aircraft
ID: SPRTA1-25-R-0275Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b42815a0eda8481b9e371e9bd629e40a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Oklahoma City, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of trailing edge components for the B-1 aircraft, with a focus on small business participation. This competitive solicitation is set aside 100% for small businesses, particularly encouraging submissions from women-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises, and involves a three-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for an estimated total of 75 units. The procurement is critical for maintaining the operational capabilities of the B-1 aircraft, emphasizing compliance with quality assurance standards and the Buy American Act. Proposals are due by July 14, 2025, and interested parties can contact Dana Craun at dana.craun@us.af.mil or by phone at 405-426-9405 for further information.

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    Dana Craun
    (405) 426-9405
    dana.craun@us.af.mil
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    SPRTA1-25-R-0275-W-ATTACHMENTS-FINAL.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for a three-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, specifically related to the procurement of aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, classified under NAICS 336413. This solicitation is exclusively set aside for small businesses, with particular emphasis on women-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. The solicitation number is SPRTA1-25-R-0275, issued by DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, with proposals due by July 14, 2025. The contract stipulates a firm fixed price model with an estimated total quantity of 75 units over the contract period, broken down by year. The document specifies requirements for inspection, acceptance, and higher-level quality assurance standards. The contractor must be "EXPORT CONTROLLED" certified to access technical data packages. To ensure compliance with the Buy American Act, the contractor must adhere to strict sourcing and quality protocols. Overall, this solicitation aims to procure critical aircraft components while fostering opportunities for small and veteran-owned businesses, aligning with federal goals for inclusive procurement practices. The outlined structure emphasizes compliance, quality assurance, and adherence to federal regulations for successful contract execution.
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