PISTON, BRAKE

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking proposals for the manufacture of brake pistons under solicitation SPE4A719R0846. This procurement is classified under NAICS 336413, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and PSC 16. The requirement is for National Stock Number 1630-01-114-9529, which must be produced in accordance with specific parts from Aircraft Braking Systems Corp (CAGE 0B9R9, P/N 5003967), Parker-Hannifin (CAGE 33269, P/N 062-07200), or National Machine Co (CAGE 6L817, P/N 5003967). This is an unrestricted procurement utilizing other than full and open competition, though higher-level contract quality requirements apply as it is designated as a Critical Application Item.

The government does not possess the specifications, plans, or drawings for this item; therefore, only vendors with access to the necessary technical data or the ability to provide traceability to the approved sources are eligible to bid. The required production lead time is 112 days after receipt of order, with origin inspection, origin acceptance, and origin FOB terms. Evaluation for final contract award will be based on price, past performance, and other factors detailed in the solicitation.

The solicitation was published on May 15, 2019, with a response deadline of May 30, 2019. Trang Pham is the designated point of contact for this requirement. All documentation is provided in digital format via the DLA Internet Bid Board System, and no physical copies will be issued. Configuration control protocols are in effect for the duration of the performance period.