05F | C/KC-135 | SKIN, AIRCRAFT
ID: SPE4A726R0273Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

Set Aside

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

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6225f14c88e444a6958d6a1e50964fbc/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking proposals for an indefinite quantity contract (IQC) for the procurement of aircraft skin components for the C/KC-135 aircraft. This contract, which is set aside for small businesses, requires the manufacturing of parts in accordance with specific military drawings and standards, with an estimated annual quantity of 40 units to be delivered within 325 days following government approval. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or around February 6, 2026, and interested parties must be certified by the Department of Defense to access the necessary technical data. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Ryan Loeffelholz at ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil or by phone at 804-279-1452.

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    Ryan Loeffelholz
    (804) 279-1452
    ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil
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