VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Tinker Air Force Base, is seeking quotations for 20 units of a Linea Direct Valve, NSN 4820-00-621-2485, part number 27640-1, with dimensions of 9.7000 inches in length, 7.3000 inches in height, and 9.7000 inches in width, weighing 5.2500 pounds and constructed of aluminum, steel, copper, and rubber. This valve functions to select the hydraulic pressure source for the landing gear system on KC-135 aircraft and is required for delivery to location SW3210 no later than December 18, 2027. The solicitation, numbered SPRTA1-26-R-0276, is set to issue on May 21, 2026, with responses due by June 22, 2026. The acquisition is not set aside and will not be conducted as a commercial item procurement; however, vendors may propose commercial item alternatives within 15 days of notice. The Government does not hold manufacturing data rights and encourages offerors to contact the original equipment manufacturer, Hydro-Aire Aerospace Corp (CAGE 81982), for data access. Only one qualified source is currently identified, and the procurement will proceed under FAR 6.302 exclusivity authority due to limited availability. UID requirements are applicable, export controls do not apply, and surplus is prohibited. The contract award is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds and will be confirmed in writing by the contracting officer. All submissions must be made electronically via SAM.gov, and inquiries should be directed to Kristian Hollingshead. An ombudsman is available for non-evaluation concerns during the proposal phase, and while price is a significant factor, past performance may also influence the award decision.