Bid guide
How to bid on Turbine Frame manufacturing for F110 engines from the Defense Logistics Agency
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Defense Logistics Agency, on behalf of the Air Force, is conducting market research to find potential suppliers for turbine frames used in F110 aircraft engines. Specifically, they are looking for companies that can manufacture Part Number 1602M64G07, NSN 2840-01-337-2542PR.
This is an opportunity for manufacturers of aircraft engine components to make their capabilities known to the Air Force. While no contract will be awarded from this Request for Information (RFI), it is a crucial step for the agency to identify potential sources for future spares procurement. Your response helps the government determine its acquisition strategy, which could lead to future solicitations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information was published on July 16, 2026. The deadline for indicating your interest is August 16, 2026, at 12:59 AM ET. All dates and times are listed as Central Standard Time, Chicago, USA.
At the deadline, the agency will stop accepting indications of interest for this market research effort. This is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded at this time. The information gathered will be used to inform future acquisition strategies.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies capable of manufacturing aircraft engine components, specifically turbine frames. The Federal Stock Class is 2840, and the NAICS Code is 336412, which covers aircraft engine and engine parts manufacturing. The size standard for this NAICS code is 1,500 employees.
The Air Force is interested in all potential sources, 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 future contracts is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA.
How to respond
To respond to this RFI, you must indicate your interest through the provided portal. You will need to click the “Add Me To Interested Vendors” button on the opportunity page.
To access the opportunity, first click the “View original source” link. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account to view documents, though this is not always required for all bids.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI and not a solicitation, a thorough response can position your company favorably for future opportunities. Clearly demonstrate your capability to furnish all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment required for new manufacture. This includes procurement of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation, packaging, and shipping.
Highlight your experience with supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, and addressing issues like long-lead time parts and diminishing manufacturing sources. If you have experience with nonrecurring engineering costs associated with becoming an approved source, mention this. Provide clear evidence of your manufacturing expertise and capacity for the specified part number.
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.