SENSOR,COMPRESSION

The contract solicitation, identified as SPRTA1-26-R-0208, seeks a firm fixed price procurement of compression sensors designated for use with the F108 engine on KC135 aircraft. The key item is a guarded, constant volume, gas-filled coil sensor with a metering valve for fuel regulation, built from various alloys and measuring 8 inches by 4 inches by 4 inches, weighing 2 pounds. The estimated quantity required is 27 units, with deliveries scheduled on or before February 27, 2028, and the contract will be administered from Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The solicitation is set to open on March 18, 2026, with responses due by April 2, 2026, and the anticipated award approximately 45 days thereafter. This acquisition is restricted to a qualified source, Woodward, Inc., which has a history of prior awards for this sensor dating back to 2009, highlighting continuity and specialized sourcing. The item is designated as a Critical Safety Item, underlining its importance to operational safety. While no set-aside applies, the contract follows acquisition policies for commercial items and includes mandatory electronic submission procedures. An Ombudsman is appointed to address concern confidentially during proposal development, ensuring fair communication without influencing source selection. Export control does not apply, and the contract provides for unique item identification, emphasizing traceability and accountability in the supply chain.