# DIBBS #SPE4A5-26-T-482Y

DLA Aviation solicitation for 56 GE-source Nipple, Boss components

**Posted:** September 30, 2026
**Respond By:** October 07, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE4A5-26-T-482Y
**NAICS:** 336412

DLA Aviation is soliciting 56 safety-critical boss nipples for an Air Force application.
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Aviation, ASC Supplier Operations OEM Division; buyer contact: Donetta Nelson.
- **Requested product:** 56 Nipple, Boss components, NSN 4730-01-180-8968; 3/8-inch nominal tube size, CRES (corrosion-resistant stainless steel), with Class 3 threads.
- **OEM and approved source:** **General Electric Company (CAGE 07482)**, part number **J593P06**, is identified as the critical application source.
- **Notable requirements:** Restricted-source, Air Force critical safety item requiring government engineering source approval. Government first-article testing is required, with three units due within 180 days of contract award. Origin inspection and acceptance apply.
- **Delivery:** Main quantity is due 475 days after award.

### Description

GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000052, Purchase Request: 7018343484)
NIPPLE, BOSS (QTY: 56, NSN: 4730-01-180-8968, Purchase Request: 7018343484)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 07482, Part No: J593P06, Company: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
 

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