SPRTA1-26-R-0357 (NSN:4710003957077 NZ)

The contract solicitation SPRTA1-26-R-0357 seeks the procurement of a right anti-icing manifold tube assembly, identified by part number 4040924A and national stock number 4710003957077NZ, designed to channel air from the 13th stage compressor case through hollow leading edge vanes on the Engine TF-100. The item is to be manufactured from TI alloy, with a base quantity requirement of 22 units and a flexible procurement range allowing a minimum of 5, a median of 22, and a maximum of 33 units. Only qualified sources, currently listing Raytheon Tech Corp as an approved supplier, are eligible, and all responsible parties may respond, provided they meet strict qualification requirements outlined in FAR Clause 52.209-1 or 52.209-2, which must be satisfied at the time of award. The acquisition does not fall under FAR Part 12 for commercial items, though offerors have 15 days from the notice to propose commercial alternatives if capable of meeting the requirement. Electronic submission via Sam.gov is mandatory, with no telephone requests permitted; only written or faxed inquiries are accepted, and the full solicitation will be available for download on its release date. Export control regulations apply to this transaction, and it is subject to Free Trade Agreements. An ombudsman has been designated to receive and relay confidential concerns from offerors during the proposal phase, ensuring open communication without influencing evaluation or source selection. The estimated issue date is June 29, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by the closing date of July 14, 2026. The procurement is managed by the Department of Defense through DLA Aviation at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, with point of contact available for technical and procedural inquiries. No set-aside provisions are in effect, and while detailed evaluation factors or delivery terms are not yet published, qualification and compliance remain paramount for award consideration.