15--CELL,FUEL,AIRCRAFT
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PAPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5098, USA

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AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of two aircraft fuel cells. This critical application item is essential for maintaining operational readiness and support for military aircraft. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 336413, which pertains to Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and requires compliance with various quality assurance standards, including ISO 9000 or equivalent. Interested vendors should submit their proposals via facsimile to 215-737-7149 or contact Aisha Varnadore at AISHA.VARNADORE@DLA.MIL for further details. The contract will be awarded based on the evaluation of proposals, with specific attention to delivery timelines and compliance with quality requirements.

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