Opportunity
DIBBS #SPE7L3-27-T-0895
DLA solicitation for 21 approved-source aircraft pressure bellows
Posted
October 15, 2026
Respond By
October 26, 2026
Identifier
SPE7L3-27-T-0895
NAICS
336413
The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking 21 pressure bellows for an F-18 aircraft canopy-seal pressurization system. - Government buyer: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Weapons Support, Land Supplier Operations, Vehicle Support; point of contact: Benita Umoren. - Requested item: 21 pressure bellows, NSN 3010-00-294-1566, split into delivery quantities of 5 and 16. - Approved-source manufacturers and part numbers: Fulton Bellows & Components (083863A0001), FMH Aerospace Corp. (16235-3), and The Boeing Company (ST7M255-1). CAGE 1RDH5 is associated with Fulton Bellows & Components. - Notable requirements: Navy-identified critical safety item requiring government engineering source approval. The bellows must meet specified material and construction requirements, including 321 CRES bellows material, passivation, and cadmium plating on the exposed threaded fitting end. Performance requirements include no leakage at 40 psi for one minute at 0.25-inch maximum compression and maximum compression of 0.37 inch. Origin inspection and SAE AS9100 or equivalent quality management are required. - Delivery: Required within 298 days after order; the attachment's delivery schedule contains inconsistent dates.
Description
BELLOWS, PRESSURE (QTY: 21, NSN: 3010-00-294-1566, Purchase Request: 7018675725) Approved Sources: - CAGE: 1RDH5, Part No: 083863A0001 - CAGE: 76301, Part No: ST7M255-1, Company: THE BOEING COMPANY - CAGE: 99755, Part No: 16235-3, Company: FMH AEROSPACE CORP.