LINEAR ACTUATING CYLINDER / 04F, B-52 STRATOFORTRESS AIRCRAFT

The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Aviation, has issued a pre-solicitation notice for the procurement of linear actuating cylinders supporting the B-52 Stratofortress aircraft. Identified by National Stock Number 1650-00-677-5594 and part number 6-1035, this component is manufactured by Tactair Fluid Controls Inc. (CAGE 70236). The requirement is classified under NAICS 336413, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and PSC 1650, Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum, and De-icing System Components. The solicitation will be conducted as an unrestricted procurement under other than full and open competition with no set-aside.

The government intends to award an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a five-year base period and no option years. The estimated annual quantity for the cylinders is 40 units, with a required delivery timeframe of 190 days after the date of order. Both inspection and acceptance and the Freight on Board (FOB) point are at the origin.

The solicitation, identified by number SPE4A726R0644-Synopsis, is expected to be issued on or about June 23, 2026. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of July 23, 2026. The procurement process will be managed through the DLA Internet Bid Board System, and paper copies of the solicitation will not be provided. Gladys Brown is the designated point of contact for this requirement.