FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID / QPL NSN 1650-00-484-6918 / B-52 AIRCRAFT

This unrestricted solicitation will establish an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for a critical fluid filter element (NSN 1650‑00‑484‑6918) used on B‑52 aircraft. The contract will have a 5‑year base period with an estimated annual quantity of 1,520 units. The Government will award the contract to approved QPL sources (PTI Technologies and Pall Aeropower) or to any additional source that submits a successful Source Approval Request. The solicitation will be conducted via a reverse auction on the ProcureX system, and all offerors must be registered in SAM. The anticipated solicitation issue date is 11/13/2026, and proposals received within 45 days of the synopsis will be considered. • Indefinite Quantity Contract for a critical safety filter element. • 5‑year base period, EAQ = 1,520 units per year. • Only two approved QPL sources; other vendors must obtain source approval. • Reverse auction will be used; registration in SAM required. • Solicitation expected 13 Nov 2026, with proposals due by 15 Dec 2026.