AIR FILTER ELEMENT / Z9N, F/A-18, A-D, E/F, G (GROWLER) AIRCRAFT

The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Aviation, has issued a pre-solicitation notice for the procurement of air filter elements identified by NSN 1660-01-621-4132. These components are specific to F/A-18 A-D, E/F, and G (Growler) aircraft and are manufactured by Hydraulics International Inc. under part number 061475-125-1. This requirement is classified under NAICS 336413, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and PSC 1660, Aircraft Air Conditioning, Heating, and Pressurizing Equipment. There is no set-aside designated for this acquisition.

The solicitation is for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a five-year base period and no option years. The estimated annual quantity for the air filter elements is 480 units. Delivery is required 255 days after the date of an order, with Free on Board (FOB) terms at origin and inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. This procurement will be conducted as an unrestricted acquisition under other than full and open competition.

The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about June 19, 2026, with a response deadline of July 20, 2026. This notice is associated with IQC PR 1000234594 and solicitation number SPE4A726R0628-Synopsis. Documentation will be provided exclusively in digital format through the DLA Internet Bid Board System. No physical copies of the solicitation will be made available.