Engine Balancers

The Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Richmond) intends to issue a solicitation for the procurement of two engine balancing machines classified under PSC 3419: MISCELLANEOUS MACHINE TOOLS. This requirement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside using the SBA (SBA) classification. The anticipated solicitation, identified as SPE4A8-26-Q-0044 or 26-13-1100, is expected to be issued on or around June 22, 2026, which serves as the current response deadline. The agency plans to award a firm-fixed-price contract under FAR 13.5 procedures.

The scope of work includes the delivery of the machines as well as rigging, installation, training, IUID tagging, tooling, and foundation construction for the Tinker Air Logistics Center. Contract completion is required within 365 days after award, with the primary place of performance located in S Coffeyville, Oklahoma. A technical data package, VIBB 26-13-1100, will be provided as part of the solicitation to detail specific design, lubrication, supplies, and labor requirements. Inspection, acceptance, and shipping terms are established as FOB Destination.

The procurement process includes a scheduled site visit to provide potential contractors the opportunity to inspect the installation location. All formal documents and the request for proposal will be distributed electronically through the DLA DIBBS website. While the solicitation will be provided in portable document format, paper or e-mail copies may be provided to requestors on a case-by-case basis if digital access is unavailable. There are currently zero attachments associated with the pre-solicitation notice.