Bid guide
How to bid on compressor air ducts for TF33 engines from the Defense Logistics Agency
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Air Force is conducting market research to find potential suppliers for 57 new compressor air ducts. These ducts are used on TF33 aircraft engines. This effort is to identify businesses capable of manufacturing, inspecting, packaging, and shipping these items.
While this is not a contract solicitation, it is an opportunity for businesses to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially influence future acquisition strategies for this requirement. The government is interested in all business sizes, including large businesses and various small business categories.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 25, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 25, 2026, at 12:59 AM ET.
At the deadline, the Air Force will stop accepting responses to this market research. The information gathered will be used to determine the best acquisition strategy for this requirement. There is no solicitation available at this time, and the government does not intend to award a contract based on this market research.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturing firms with experience in producing aircraft engine components, specifically compressor air ducts. The relevant Federal Stock Class is 2840 and the NAICS Code is 336412, which has a size standard of 1,500 employees.
Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond, including Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a) businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The place of performance for any future contract would be Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond to this RFI, you must select the “ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS” button on the portal. This action will register your interest in this market research effort.
Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response, as this is solely for market research purposes. Ensure your business profile on the portal is up-to-date to accurately reflect your capabilities.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is market research, provide clear and concise information about your company's capabilities. Highlight your experience with manufacturing similar components, your quality control processes, and your capacity to handle the estimated spares requirement of 57 units.
Address your ability to manage the entire process, including procurement of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. If applicable, mention your experience with supply chain management, logistics planning, and addressing issues like diminishing manufacturing sources. While not a bid, a well-prepared response can position your company favorably for future solicitations.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Defense Logistics Agency; the original posting controls.