17--BUFFER CYL ASSY

The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, PA, is soliciting the procurement of 23 buffer cylinder assemblies under solicitation number N0038324X2836. This requirement is classified as a Critical Safety Item (CSI) identified by NSN 7R-1720-014657848-EY and TDP VER 010. The acquisition is restricted to approved sources that possess the unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge required by the design control activity to maintain part quality. Alternate sources must undergo qualification procedures approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity because the essential technical data and manufacturing rights are not economically available to the government.

The procurement is designated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside (SBA). This solicitation falls under NAICS code 336413, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and PSC 1720, Aircraft Launching Equipment. Deliveries are required on an FOB Origin basis. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of May 26, 2026. Kenneth Lauber serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement.