31- BEARING, PLAIN, SELF-ALIGNING

The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Aviation, has issued a combined synopsis and solicitation under solicitation number SPE4A626RX772 for the procurement of self-aligning plain bearings. This requirement, identified by National Stock Number 3120-01-330-6397, is classified as a Critical Safety Item and a Critical Application Item. The acquisition will result in a commercial indefinite delivery contract under FAR 12.201-1 with a five-year base performance period. The agency intends to source these items from approved manufacturers, specifically Roller Bearing Company of America Inc and Sargent Aerospace & Defense LLC, though surplus dealers and distributors with existing stock may also respond with appropriate certification and traceability documentation.

The procurement is classified under NAICS code 332991 for Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing and PSC 3120 for Bearings, Plain, Unmounted. Performance is centered in Richmond, Virginia, with a requested delivery schedule of 424 days after receipt of order. The contract terms specify FOB Destination with inspection and acceptance occurring at the origin. Estimated annual demand for the bearings is 4425 units, with a guaranteed minimum of 1092 and a maximum of 4425 units.

Contract award decisions will consider price, past performance, and other evaluation factors. Requirements include First Article Testing, Covered Defense Information protocols, and Certificate of Quality Compliance. Responses to this notice are due by June 23, 2026. The solicitation is managed by Cassandra Blagmon and is being distributed electronically via the DLA Internet Bid Board System, with no paper copies available for request.