CLUTCH ASSEMBLY,CEN
ID: SPRRA1-25-Q-0010Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT HUNTSVILLE, ALREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-7340, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC, VACUUM, AND DE-ICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (1650)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking potential sources for the procurement of a Clutch Assembly (NSN: 1615-01-306-4353, Part Number: CL-40093-7-23) specifically designed for the CH-47 Chinook helicopter. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to identify manufacturing and supply capabilities, assess competition, and explore the possibility of small business set-asides, as the part is currently procured under limited source conditions due to the lack of available data for alternative sourcing. The opportunity is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the CH-47 Chinook, and interested vendors, including small, disadvantaged, or veteran-owned businesses, are encouraged to seek source approval to qualify for future opportunities. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Jamal Jackson at jamal.jackson@dla.mil.

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    The Defense Logistics Agency has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) for the acquisition of a Clutch Assembly (NSN: 1615-01-306-4353, Part Number: 107DS214-9) in support of the CH-47 Chinook helicopter. This announcement is part of market research to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources, aiming to assess competition or establish small business set-asides. The related NAICS Code is 336413, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Currently, the part is procured under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) due to having limited responsible sources, and the government does not own the rights to the necessary data for alternative sourcing, making reverse engineering uneconomical. All interested vendors, including small, disadvantaged, or veteran-owned businesses, are encouraged to seek source approval to qualify for future opportunities. The contractor must meet various requirements, including supply chain management and production capabilities. This SSS is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation, leaving no commitment for contract award or funding for response preparation.
    The document outlines a federal solicitation (SPRRA1-25-R-0027) for acquiring 160 servovalves (hydraulic), specifically part number 76088, necessary for the CH-47 Chinook helicopters. The acquisition will occur under a Firm Fixed Price contract, with an estimated delivery timeframe of 525 days post-award to Corpus Christi, TX. Notably, this item is restricted to procurement from Parker-Hannifin Corporation, as competitive acquisition data is not available, and prequalification requirements must be met for eligibility. The document invites firms that can produce the specified item to recognize themselves and encourages them to seek source approval for future solicitations. Requests for solicitation must be directed to the designated contracting specialist, with specific processing instructions for foreign firms. The document maintains a formal and objective tone typical of government RFPs, emphasizing compliance with regulatory standards and the importance of proper communication channels for inquiries.
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