Aerospace Component Manufacturing – Linear Direct Valve

The contract calls for the manufacture of a precision linear direct valve intended for integration into the B-1 aircraft’s hydraulic or fuel system, encompassing the full lifecycle from initial design and prototyping through rigorous testing and low-volume production. The work must meet stringent aerospace standards for reliability, performance, and compatibility with mission-critical aircraft systems, ensuring seamless functionality under extreme operational conditions. The contractor is expected to demonstrate technical expertise in high-precision fluid control components and to deliver fully validated units ready for installation without requiring further modification. The opportunity is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 336413, indicating focus on aerospace component manufacturing, and is administered by the Department of Defense through Ok DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City. Proposals are due by August 17, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 18, 2026, allowing potential bidders approximately four weeks to prepare and submit responses. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the contract is open to all qualified entities regardless of size or certification status, and the place of performance is not explicitly defined, suggesting flexibility in where the manufacturing and testing activities may occur as long as deliverables meet all technical and schedule requirements.