$1.1 Million DLA contract for KC-135 Keel Beams

C-135
KC-135

DLA Aviation is planning to issue a five year contract for the supply of Keel Beams used on the KC-135 aircraft.  This Lower Keel Beam, NSN 1560-01-394-7092 is made of 7178 aluminum alloy which is 141 inches thick. Technical documentation is available for new vendors to compete.

This beam was last sold to the military by Handy Tool & Mfg for $28,200 each in quantity of 6.  There is no set quantity in this current solicitation but DLA estimates that they will purchase 40 units over the five year term.  Based on analysis of procurement history pricing we estimate the value of this contract at $1.1 Million.

All offers are due by June 15, 2022. Vendors have 274 days to deliver the goods after receiving the first delivery order.

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