The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking suppliers for the Universal Nozzle Ball, a critical component for the C/KC-135 Stratolifter aircraft. This procurement involves an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for a base period of five years, with an estimated annual requirement of 192 units, and delivery expected 250 days after order placement. The item is manufactured by Merrill Corporation and The Boeing Company, and access to the associated technical data is restricted to contractors certified by the Department of Defense. Interested parties should contact Gladys Brown at gladys.brown@dla.mil or 804-279-1561 for further information, with the solicitation anticipated to be issued on or about September 30, 2024.