Bid guide
How to bid on F-100 Engine Linear Augmentors for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense is seeking 948 linear augmentors, part number 4070107, with National Stock Number 2840-01-308-4467NZ. These parts are made of columbium alloy and are used in F-100 aircraft engines to protect convergent segments from high exhaust temperatures.
This is an opportunity for businesses that can manufacture or supply specialized aircraft engine components, particularly those with experience in columbium alloy materials and export-controlled items.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a Request for Information (RFI) with an estimated solicitation issue date of September 14, 2026. Responses to the solicitation are estimated to be due by October 14, 2026. The agency will use electronic procedures for this solicitation.
If you believe you can satisfy this requirement with a commercial item, you have 15 days from the notice publication date of August 28, 2026, to inform the contracting officer of your interest and capability.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers and suppliers of aircraft engine components, specifically those with experience in producing linear augmentors or similar high-temperature resistant parts from columbium alloy. The acquisition method code is 1/C, and there are specific qualification requirements that must be met at the time of award.
Current qualified sources include ACMT, RTX Corp, AGC Acquisition LLC, and C.F. Roark. New offerors must be able to meet the qualification requirements, which will be detailed in the solicitation. Export controls apply to this acquisition.
How to respond
The solicitation will be available for download on sam.gov on the release date. No telephone requests for the solicitation will be accepted; only written or faxed requests directly from the requestors are acceptable.
To access the opportunity, 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 a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the qualification requirements and export controls, thoroughly review all solicitation documents as soon as they are available. Pay close attention to the specific criteria for qualification and ensure your firm or product meets these standards.
If you are not a currently qualified source, begin gathering all necessary documentation to demonstrate your capability to meet the qualification requirements. Clearly articulate your experience with similar specialized components, especially those involving columbium alloy and high-temperature applications. Ensure your proposal addresses all technical specifications and compliance requirements, including those related to export control.
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.
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