EXTINGUISHER, FIRE, AIRCRAFT, NSN# 1680015954096JY, PN# 472555-4

Solicitation SPRTA1-27-R-0109 is a pre-solicitation for a firm fixed price contract to acquire aircraft fire extinguishers for the engine nacelle area of C-17 aircraft. The procurement, managed by the Department of Defense through the Oklahoma DLA Aviation office at Tinker AFB, specifies the items under NSN 1680015954096JY and part number 472555-4. The required hardware consists of steel spheres measuring 14 inches in all dimensions and weighing 34 pounds. The government is seeking a minimum of 17 units, with a best estimate of 66 and a maximum of 99 units, all to be delivered by February 29, 2028. The award decision will be based on a combination of price, which is a significant factor, and past performance. IUID requirements apply to this procurement. Because the government does not own the manufacturing data rights, interested firms are encouraged to contact the original equipment manufacturer, identified as Kidde Technologies, Inc. Proposals must be submitted electronically via SAM.gov by the estimated deadline of November 20, 2026. Foreign-owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer, William Bass, to determine if any award restrictions exist due to the military applications of the technology.