Receptacle Assembly
ID: SPRTA1-26-R-0148Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/a0f2a35a4ac34e07b5a7f5531a167ee1/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking proposals for the procurement of Receptacle Assemblies, specifically for use in F-16 aircraft. The contract will involve the supply of various quantities of this component, which is critical for in-flight refueling operations, with specific dimensions and material requirements outlined in the solicitation. Interested vendors should note that the estimated issue date for the Request for Proposal (RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0148) is January 14, 2026, with a closing date of February 16, 2026, and all inquiries should be directed to Howard Heflin at howard.heflin@us.af.mil. The contract will not be set aside for small businesses, and qualification requirements apply, emphasizing the need for compliance with military specifications.

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    Howard Heflin
    howard.heflin@us.af.mil
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