SPE4A726R0272,1660007358327,BELLOWS,PRESSURE,536849-15
ID: SPE4A726R0272Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

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AIRCRAFT AIR CONDITIONING, HEATING, AND PRESSURIZING EQUIPMENT (1660)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the procurement of pressure bellows, specifically part number 536849-15. The requirement entails the new manufacture of these components, which includes labor, materials, inspection, testing, and logistics management, with an estimated need for 37 units. This procurement is critical for maintaining aircraft systems, as the bellows play a vital role in aircraft air conditioning, heating, and pressurizing equipment. Interested parties are invited to submit their capability statements by December 15, 2025, to Renee Wassum at Renee.Wassum@dla.mil, as there is no solicitation at this time and the government will not provide feedback on submissions.

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