NSN 1560-016265308, Aircraft Structural Panel, WSDC: 17N, Aircraft, Hawkeye E-2C
ID: SPE4A725R0490Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking contractors for the procurement of an Aircraft Structural Panel, specifically NSN 1560-01-626-5308, for the Hawkeye E-2C aircraft. This procurement is an unrestricted solicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a base period of five years, requiring an estimated annual quantity of 16 units, with delivery expected 369 days after order placement. The item is critical for maintaining the operational integrity of military aircraft and requires contractors to be certified by the Department of Defense to access unclassified data. Interested parties should contact Tatjana Klemmer at Tatjana.Vaughan@dla.mil or call 804-279-2727 for further information, and the solicitation will be available on the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) around May 7, 2025.

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    The document outlines the process for submitting Source Approval Requests (SARs) related to specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) within the Department of Defense (DoD). It specifies that SARs should be submitted to the designated buyer only for open solicitations and clarifies that proposals for fully competitive items are not accepted. For NSNs without open solicitations, SARs must now be submitted electronically via the DoD SAFE file transmission site, replacing the previous method of mail submissions. Submitters should email a request to obtain a "drop-off" link for their files, including essential details like CAGE code and NSN. Additionally, the document advises reviewing the DLA Supplier Requirements Visibility Application for market forecasts before submission, as SARs may not be cost-effective for low-demand items. It mentions that the review process can last over 180 days and concludes with guidance on contacting the DLA Aviation SAR analyst for any inquiries. This document emphasizes streamlining the SAR submission process and ensuring compliance with defense logistical requirements, ultimately aiming to enhance supply chain efficiency within the military procurement framework.
    The Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook outlines policies and procedures for the approval and management of sources supplying aviation parts, particularly Critical Safety Items (CSIs). It details the responsibilities of procuring activities, the process for submitting Source Approval Requests (SAR), and the necessary assessments to ensure supplier capabilities. The document emphasizes the importance of adhering to competitive acquisition laws such as the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) and outlines specific types of approved sources, including prime contractors, OEMs, licensed manufacturers, and approved distributors. Additionally, it discusses handling CSIs from unapproved sources and the procedures for government manufacturing of critical items. The handbook also highlights the significance of the engineering support activity in evaluating the SARs, which include thorough technical, manufacturing, and quality assurance reviews. Overall, the handbook serves as a comprehensive guide for ensuring safe and compliant sourcing in military aviation procurement, aimed at enhancing competition while guaranteeing high-quality standards and safety compliance in the supply chain.
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