How to bid on B-52 airfoil ribs for the Defense Logistics Agency

What DLA is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking seven airfoil ribs for a B-52 aircraft, part number 1-75011-17, NSN 1560014188986. This is a direct procurement with a firm-fixed-price contract type sought.

The notice is an RFI, and the solicitation is expected on or around November 2, 2026. Delivery of the production units is due within 663 days after receipt of order. The procurement is full and open competition.

Key date and deadline

The listed deadline is November 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. The solicitation is also expected to be issued on or around November 2, 2026, so check the issued solicitation for the actual response deadline and instructions.

Submit by the deadline stated in the solicitation. The notice lists FOB and inspection and acceptance at origin.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit manufacturers or suppliers able to provide the specified aircraft airfoil rib, part number 1-75011-17, and meet the stated delivery period. It is open to all bidders.

How to find the solicitation

Use the opportunity portal’s “View original source” option. If the first click opens the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents, though some bids do not require one.

DLA says the solicitation will be available through DIBBS. From the DIBBS homepage, choose “Requests for Proposal (RFP) / Invitation for Bid (IFB)” under “Solicitations,” then search for and select the RFP to download it. A paper copy will not be available.

Prepare a careful response

Read the full solicitation as soon as it is issued. Confirm the part number, quantity, delivery period, FOB terms, inspection and acceptance location, submission method, and required response documents before preparing your offer.

Build your price and delivery plan around the solicitation’s exact terms. Leave time to check that your response is complete and submitted successfully before the stated deadline.