# DIBBS #SPE4A7-26-T-788N

DLA Aviation Solicits Driveshaft Adapters and First Article Testing for Air Force

**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** October 01, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE4A7-26-T-788N
**NAICS:** 336413, 336412

DLA Aviation is seeking adapters for driveshafts and contractor first article testing for Air Force applications.
- Government Buyer:
  - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation
  - ASC Supplier Operations AE and AF Division
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Bell Textron Inc (approved source for driveshaft adapter)
- Products Requested:
  - Adapter, Driveshaft (NSN: 1615-00-979-8577)
    - Part Number: 204-040-812-3 (Bell Textron Inc)
    - Quantity: 6
    - Critical safety item for Air Force
    - Must comply with SAE AS9100 or equivalent quality standards
    - Export control and domestic sourcing laws apply
    - Packaging per MIL-STD-2073-1E; marking per MIL-STD-129
  - Contractor First Article Test Requirement
    - 1 unit to be tested as per FAR 52.209-3
    - Submission of First Article Test Report required
    - Government approval process included
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - First article testing required for 1 unit
  - Compliance with quality standards (SAE AS9100 or equivalent)
  - Export control restrictions
  - Prohibition on covered defense telecommunications equipment
  - Domestic sourcing laws enforced
- Delivery:
  - Delivery within 290 days from award
  - Ship date and final delivery specified
  - FOB Origin

### Description

CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000053, Purchase Request: 7018458627)
ADAPTER, DRIVESHAFT, (QTY: 6, NSN: 1615-00-979-8577, Purchase Request: 7018458627)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 97499, Part No: 204-040-812-3, Company: BELL TEXTRON INC
  - CAGE: D0216, Part No: 204-040-812-3
 

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