Request for Interested Manufacturers C-5 Direct Linear Valve - NSN: 4810001164496UC
ID: FD2060-26-00079Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT WARNER ROBINS, GAROBINS A F B, GA, 31098-1813, USA

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912)

PSC

VALVES, POWERED (4810)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ca415c7470a64c9da9a634e5b727dee2/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Warner Robins, Georgia, is conducting market research to identify manufacturers capable of producing the C-5 Direct Linear Valve, National Stock Number (NSN) 4810001164496UC, Part Number 36190-1. This hydraulic directional control valve assembly is critical for the C-5 Aircraft, operating at a pressure of 3000 PSIG and measuring 6.88 inches in length, 3.18 inches in width, and 4.18 inches in height. The government intends to award a sole source contract to Eaton Aerospace LLC, the original equipment manufacturer, due to their exclusive knowledge and possession of the necessary technical data. Interested manufacturers must express their capabilities by emailing Trent Miller or Todd Stimus by February 2, 2026, although this announcement does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.

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