The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking proposals for the procurement of 72 units of a structural plate (NSN: 1560-01-706-3923) intended for use in the KC-135 Stratolifter aircraft. This procurement is classified under the NAICS code 336413, which pertains to Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and is designated as a small business set-aside, emphasizing the importance of supporting small enterprises in defense contracting. The contract type sought is firm fixed price, with delivery expected within 281 days of contract award, and the solicitation is anticipated to be issued around April 23, 2025. Interested vendors can obtain the solicitation details via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) and should direct inquiries to Calvin Peterson at calvin.peterson@dla.mil or by phone at (804) 659-8838.