NSN 1560-011302618, Striker Assembly, WSDC: 43N, F/A - 18 Hornet
ID: SPE4A725R0518Type: Presolicitation
AwardedJun 23, 2025
$2M$2,000,000
AwardeeDon Industrial Group LLC
Award #:SPE4A725D0278
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a257a54ddaa1457c9bb30277f8f731ab/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking suppliers for the procurement of the Striker Assembly, NSN 1560-011302618, specifically manufactured by Howmet Global Fastening Systems Inc. This opportunity involves an indefinite quantity contract (IQC) for a base period of five years, with an estimated annual requirement of 40 units, and delivery expected 350 days after order placement. The solicitation will be issued as an unrestricted procurement, and interested vendors can access the solicitation documents via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) starting on or about May 8, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders may contact Tatjana Klemmer at Tatjana.Vaughan@dla.mil or by phone at 804-279-2727.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tatjana Klemmer
    (804) 279-2727
    Tatjana.Vaughan@dla.mil
    Files
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    AVN SAR Submit Instructions.pdf
    The document outlines the procedures for submitting Source Approval Requests (SAR) for national stock numbers (NSNs) in the context of Department of Defense (DoD) procurement. It emphasizes that SARs must be submitted electronically via the DoD SAFE file transmission site, eliminating traditional CD mailing. Submissions for NSNs with open solicitations must go directly to the buyer specified, while those for NSNs without open solicitations must follow the new electronic process. The request should include the CAGE code, NSN, and the desired email for receiving a submission link. The document highlights the importance of assessing item demand before submission, as cost-effectiveness can lead to non-processing of SARs. Further guidance is available in the Source Approval Handbook, with reviews potentially taking more than 180 days. The use of the PUB LOG FLIS is recommended to verify NSN data and service management before submission. This document serves to streamline the SAR submission process and enhance efficiency in government procurement.
    SAR Handbook.pdf
    The Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook outlines processes for the approval and management of sources supplying aviation-critical items (CSIs) to ensure safety and compliance with federal regulations. It emphasizes the importance of full and open competition in bidding, as per the Competition in Contracting Act and other relevant regulations. Key sections detail types of approved sources, responsibilities for procurements, crafting Source Approval Requests (SARs), and the evaluation process for suppliers. Source approval requirements ensure that prospective suppliers demonstrate their capability to manufacture or perform repair, overhaul, maintenance, and modification (ROMM) at the expected quality level. Additionally, the handbook covers reverse engineering practices and the use of surplus materials, stressing stringent evaluation criteria to maintain airworthiness standards. It also encourages inter-service reciprocity to streamline approvals across military branches. The document aims to provide a structured approach for procurement officials to uphold quality assurance and risk management in aviation supply chains, ensuring the operational readiness of military aviation components.
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