Bearing Unit

The contract involves the procurement of bearing units, specifically part number 2028M26P02, with NSN 3130-01-533-2373, which are critical components for aircraft engines including the F110-GE-100/129 used in the F-16 C/D, the F118-GE-100 for the B-2 Bomber, and the F118-GE-101 for the U-2 aircraft. These bearings are sourced under strict controls tied to General Electric Company with KAMATICS CORPORATION as an approved supplier. Classified as critical safety items with applications in flight safety and higher-level critical systems, the bearings must meet rigorous quality standards, including inspection and acceptance at origin and FOB destination. The contract is expected to be an Indefinite Quantity Contract spanning a three-year base period with two one-year options, and it guarantees a minimum purchase of 16 units, with an estimated annual demand of 65 units. The solicitation for this contract will be issued through the Defense Logistics Agency’s DIBBS platform, with a planned release date of July 28, 2014. The contract award will result from a competitive evaluation based on price, past performance, and other specified factors, with the procurement being unrestricted but other than full and open competition. Delivery is requested within 269 days after receipt of order, and order quantities range from 16 to 32 units per delivery. A reverse auction clause applies, and the contracting officers managing the solicitation are accessible via provided contact details. The entire process emphasizes maintaining strict compliance with safety and quality requirements due to the critical nature of the items in aerospace and defense applications.