# DIBBS #SPE7M3-27-T-0360

DLA solicitation for 101 C-17 aircraft tube couplings

**Posted:** October 13, 2026
**Respond By:** October 23, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7M3-27-T-0360
**NAICS:** 336413

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking 101 tube couplings for C-17 aircraft, with government engineering approval required for sources.
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Weapons Support, Fluid Handling Division; point of contact: William Cain.
- **Requested item:** 101 tube couplings, NSN 4730-01-438-2551, for E/I C-17 aircraft.
- **Approved-source OEMs:**
  - **DESIGNED METAL CONNECTIONS INC** — part number DPL4000T06.
  - **THE BOEING COMPANY** — part number 7D0444T06.
- **Notable requirements:** Restricted-source, critical-application item requiring government engineering source approval. The notice identifies a small-business set-aside.
- **Delivery and acceptance:** Delivery is required 169 days after order; FOB origin, with destination inspection and acceptance. Ship to DLA Distribution Warner Robins.

### Description

COUPLING, TUBE (QTY: 101, NSN: 4730-01-438-2551, Purchase Request: 7018682747)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 14798, Part No: DPL4000T06, Company: DESIGNED METAL CONNECTIONS INC
  - CAGE: 88277, Part No: 7D0444T06, Company: THE BOEING COMPANY
 

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