PISTON, LINEAR ACTUATING CYLINDER / NSN 1650-01-206-1949 / CH-53 HELICOPTER

The Defense Logistics Agency intends to issue an unrestricted solicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) covering the piston‑type linear actuating cylinder (NSN 1650‑01‑206‑1949) used on CH‑53 helicopters. The contract will have a five‑year base period with an estimated annual requirement of 40 units, to be supplied FOB destination with inspection at origin. Only two approved sources (BEMSCO and Triumph Actuation Systems) are listed; other vendors must submit a Source Approval Request. The procurement may employ a reverse auction via ProcureX, and all proposals submitted within 45 days of the synopsis publication will be considered. • 5‑year IQC for piston, linear actuating cylinders (NSN 1650‑01‑206‑1949) • Estimated 40 units per year (≈200 units total) • Limited‑source competition (approved sources: BEMSCO, Triumph Actuation Systems) • Reverse‑auction procurement; SAM registration required • Solicitation issue anticipated 10 / 05 / 2026, response due 11 / 07 / 2026