B-52 Landing Gear Drag Link

This notice serves primarily as a Request for Information and Synopsis aimed at conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of fulfilling the agency's need for a Landing Gear Drag Link Assembly (NSN 1620006207642, P/N 5-36035-3) with an estimated quantity of 39 units. The contract entails delivery within 14 months after first article approval, with early delivery acceptable, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Utah DLA Aviation office at Hill Air Force Base. Although there is no current intention to set this acquisition aside for small businesses, small business participation is encouraged, and this notice seeks to improve their access to acquisition opportunities as well as foster competition by identifying contracting and subcontracting possibilities. This acquisition requires strict adherence to engineering source approval by the designated design control activity to maintain part quality, as the manufacturer holds unique design data and expertise essential to the product that is not economically available to the Government. Any alternate source must qualify through government-approved procedures. Award will be contingent upon meeting specific qualification requirements outlined by the contracting office, and all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements or proposals, although this notice is not a solicitation and carries no commitment by the Government. The contract is subject to applicable Free Trade Agreements, and interested parties have until April 8, 2026, to respond or express interest directly to the specified point of contact.