PLUG

Contract SPE4AX-24-D-9000, known as Pacer Phoenix, was awarded to RTX Corporation on November 15, 2023, by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation to support the TF33 Engine. The contract structure includes a six-month transition period, a six-year base period, and a four-year option period. It utilizes a combination of firm-fixed-price and cost-type CLINs to cover program management, cold start engineering, and the procurement of over 200 different aircraft components and consumables, including plugs, bushings, and tube assemblies. The estimated value for the initial phase of program management and engineering is approximately 40.66 million dollars, with funding split between DLA Aviation Richmond and the USAF. The contract is managed through a series of modifications that frequently update the contractual Bill of Materials (BOM) to add new National Stock Numbers, adjust pricing, and designate specific items as sole source to Pratt & Whitney. Key operational requirements include strict adherence to MIL-STD-2073 and MIL-STD-129P for packaging and marking, as well as Item Unique Identification (IUID) compliance for Category 2 items. Additionally, the contract mandates specific security clearances and OPSEC training for Field Service Representatives to ensure authorized flight-line access. Administration is handled by DLA Aviation, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the point of origin.