Manufacture of the Stab Tip for the B-1 Aircraft

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Office of DLA Aviation at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma, has awarded a competitive contract for the manufacture of the stabilizer tip component for the B-1 aircraft under solicitation number SPRTA126D0006. This award is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside in accordance with FAR 19.5, ensuring that only small business concerns are eligible for performance, with the North American Industry Classification System code 336413 applying to aircraft parts and accessories manufacturing. The contract was posted on June 17, 2026, and the primary point of contact is Dana Craun, reachable at 385-591-1678 or dana.craun@us.af.mil. The place of performance for this contract is listed as Dallas, Georgia, with a ZIP code of 30157, indicating where the work will be executed despite the awarding office being located in Oklahoma. The contract’s purpose is to produce critical airframe components for the B-1 bomber fleet, supporting ongoing maintenance and operational readiness. The use of a small business set-aside underscores the Department of Defense’s commitment to fostering growth within the small business industrial base. All relevant details, including the official award record, are accessible via the provided SAM.gov link.