NSN 1680-012520374, Gun Seat Assembly, WSDC: 40A, Helicopter, UH-60A, UN-60L, UH-60V

The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Aviation, has issued a pre-solicitation notice under solicitation number SPE4A725R0640 for the procurement of gun seat assemblies, identified by NSN 1680-01-252-0374. This requirement supports the UH-60A, UH-60L, and UH-60V helicopter platforms. The acquisition is classified under NAICS 336413, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and PSC 1680, Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components. The solicitation will be issued as an unrestricted procurement under other than full and open competition, with C.R. Daniels Inc. (CAGE 15814) and Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (CAGE 78286) identified as manufacturers of the part.

The government intends to award an indefinite quantity contract for a five-year base period with no options. The estimated annual quantity is 32 units, with a delivery schedule of 420 days after the date of order. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin, while the shipping terms are FOB destination. Access to the required technical data is restricted to contractors certified to handle unclassified military critical technical data via a submitted DD Form 2345. A government fit check may be required for the items provided.

The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about August 14, 2025, with a response deadline of September 8, 2025. This procurement includes provisions for a reverse auction, and offerors may be required to register with the Procurex system to participate. All inquiries regarding the reverse auction process are directed to the program manager at the designated DLA email address. Tatjana Klemmer is the primary point of contact for this notice.