• The Air Force requires 34 Cylinder Assemblies for KC-135 Refueling Boom shock load absorption.
• This is an unrestricted competition for NSN 1680008951058RK, a spare part under NAICS code not specified.
• Cylinder Assemblies must be 15" L x 6" H x 6" W, aluminum and steel, with air-oil cushioned mechanism.
• Responses are due November 22, 2026, with delivery required on or before January 9, 2030.
Description
Estimated solicitation issue date and estimated closing/response date: Issue: 23 Oct 2026 Closes: 22 Nov 2026 2. RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0234 3. Service/Spare/Repair/OH: Spares 4. AMC: 1/R 5. Nomenclature/Noun: Cylinder Assembly 6. NSN: 1680008951058RK 7. PN: 5-89525-6 8. History: 14 Jun 2000, 2 each, Downey Manufacturing Inc. (98315) 9. Description/Function: 15.0000" L X 6.0000" H X 6.0000" W, 23.0000 LB Weight. Aluminum, Steel. Air-oil cushioned mechanism used to absorb direct linear impact shock loads related to KC-135 and KC-46 Refueling Boom 10. Total Line Item Quantity: L/I 0001 34 each (Range: 9-51) 11. Application (Engine or Aircraft): KC-135 12. Destination: L/I 0001 Ship to SW3211 13. Required Delivery: L/I 0001 On or Before 9 Jan 2030 14. Qualification Requirements: No 15. Export Control Requirements: No 16. UID: Note to Contractor - UID requirements will apply. 17. Qualified Sources: The Boeing Company (CAGE 81205); Downey Manufacturing Inc. (CAGE 98315) 18. Set-aside: This acquisition will not be set aside. 19. Surplus: Surplus is not authorized. 20. Mandatory Language: The Government does not own the data or the rights to the data needed to manufacture this item. Firms interested in participating in this procurement are encouraged to contact the OEM, to inquire about the data or rights to the data. In accordance with FAR 5.207(c) (16) (i), all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Foreign owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer or program manager before submitting a proposal to determine whether there are restrictions on receiving an award. It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement make contract with the firms(s) listed. This acquisition involves technology that has a military or space application. The extent of foreign participation has not yet been determined. Nothing in this notice contradicts other restrictions, identified in the synopsis notice or solicitation, regarding eligible sources (e.g., if this is a small business set aside, foreign sources may not participate as potential prime contractors but could, if otherwise eligible, participate as subcontractors). Based upon market research, the Government is not using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. However, interested persons may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Government's obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the …
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