The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation issues a presolicitation notice for an upcoming federal contract to supply bolts for military helicopters. This contract, open to all eligible vendors, seeks to procure an initial quantity of 253 machine bolts for the MH60 helicopter series. The bolts are classified as critical parts for flight safety.

The contract will have a one-year base period, with the possibility of four one-year extensions, and the delivery target is 291 DARO. Two contacts are provided for any clarification needed on this opportunity. Electronic offers will not be accepted; instead, a completed solicitation package must be submitted.

Important dates and submission details are expected to be outlined in the upcoming solicitation document, which will be available around August 2024 on the DIBBS platform. Vendors need to self-register on the Procurex platform to participate and should allow adequate time for the registration process.

Offerors should be prepared to compete in a reverse auction, which will be conducted online. The solicitation will include the DLAD Procurement Note L09, outlining the reverse auction process. In the event of multiple competitive offers, the contract award will be based on price, determined through the reverse auction process.

This opportunity is open to all vendors, although approved sources will also be considered. Vendors are encouraged to respond promptly and submit their offers once the solicitation is issued.