The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is preparing to issue a competitive solicitation for the procurement of a Manual Large Bore Lathe, with a requirement for one unit to be delivered within 365 days after receipt of order (ARO). This equipment is essential for various manufacturing and maintenance operations within the defense sector, ensuring precision and efficiency in machining processes. The solicitation, identified as SPE4A8-25-Q-0015, is expected to be released around November 2024, and will follow FAR 13.5 procedures, resulting in a Firm, Fixed Price Contract. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Chanel Green at Chanel.Green@dla.mil or call 804-279-3769, and are advised to submit their proposals via mail as specified in the solicitation package.