VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT

This contract involves the procurement of a linear, direct valve (NSN 4810-01-420-9644) intended for use on the F110 aircraft engine, with an estimated delivery of 10 units by May 17, 2024. The valve is an electro-hydraulic servovalve made from stainless steel and aluminum, measuring approximately 2.5 inches in each dimension and weighing one pound. The contract is set as a firm fixed price, with the last three purchases awarded to AAR Supply Chain, Inc., indicating a history of reliable supply from this source. The item is designated as a Critical Safety Item, emphasizing its importance for safety and operational integrity. The solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense at Tinker AFB, is not set aside for small businesses and specifies that only qualified sources, notably Woodward, Inc., are eligible to supply this item, as it is available from only a limited number of responsible sources. The procurement process will be conducted electronically via sam.gov, with an estimated award date approximately 45 days after the solicitation closes on August 28, 2025. The contract emphasizes compliance with IUID requirements and confirms that export control does not apply. Interested vendors can contact the designated points of contact for further information or to submit capability statements and proposals.