KC-135 Air Pressure Controller

This contract involves the procurement of air pressure controllers for the KC-135 aircraft, specifically spare parts identified as NSN 1660-01-290-2065 with part number 130400-2-1. The government plans to issue the solicitation around November 10, 2025, with responses due by December 10, 2025. The selected item is a control device primarily made of aluminum alloy, measuring approximately 5 inches in length, 10 inches in height, and 5 inches in width, with a weight of about 5 pounds. It functions to regulate air cabin pressure on the KC-135 aircraft, and the order quantity is estimated at 25 units, with a range of 6 to 38 units. The delivery is required to be shipped to SW3211 by March 12, 2026. The procurement is designated as a sole-source acquisition under authority FAR 6.302, with Aero International as the qualified source. The government does not own the data rights for manufacturing this item, and interested firms are encouraged to contact the original equipment manufacturer for data rights inquiries. The contract will not be set aside for small businesses or other set-asides, and surplus items are not authorized. The solicitation will be conducted electronically via sam.gov, and the government’s obligation is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. The process emphasizes that price, along with past performance, will influence the final award decision, which is anticipated approximately 90 days after the solicitation issuance. An appointed Ombudsman is available to address contractor concerns during the proposal development phase, and questions can be directed to the designated buyer, Kristian Hollingshead.