Procurement Summary
Country: USA
Summary: Request for Interested Manufacturers for the Kc135 Aircraft Pilot and Copilot Seats
Deadline: 24 Apr 2026
Posting Date: 08 Apr 2026
Other Information
Notice Type: Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 139146780
Document Ref. No.: SPRWA1-1680006850300MH-1680006850301MH
Competition: ICB
Financier: Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership: Public
Tender Value: Refer Document
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Tender Details
Sources Sought Synopsis
(Request for Interested Manufacturers)
FROM: Komkit Seshompo/410/SCMS/GULB
TO: DLA Aviation Procurement Operations at Warner Robins (SPRWA1)
LOCATION: Robins AFB, GA 31098-1813
FBO Post Title: Request for Interested Manufacturers for the KC-135 Aircraft Pilot and Co-pilot Seats. The National Stock Number (NSN) and Part Number (PN) are as follows:
NSNs
Nouns
Part Numbers
1680006850300MH
Pilot Seat
77226-407
1680006850301MH
Co-pilot Seat
77226-408
SUBJECT:
Market research is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the following items: Pseudo: PW4HBMAY15 for KC-135 Aircraft Pilot and Co-pilot Seats.
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
The primary purpose of this Sources Sought Synopsis is to gather detailed information from qualified aircraft seat manufacturers. It's an exploratory effort designed to:
Understand current market capabilities for specialized cockpit seating.
Identify technological advancements in this field.
Discover potential solutions that can enhance aircrew safety, ergonomics, and long-term operational effectiveness within the KC-135 Stratotanker fleet.
The information collected will serve to inform potential future acquisition strategies and help the procuring organization make well-informed decisions. The KC-135 Stratotanker fleet executes critical missions such as aerial refueling, airlift, or other specialized military operations. It emphasizes that the comfort, safety, and operational efficiency of the air crews are paramount because the KC-135 Stratotanker fleet is a vital asset.
The scope of interest is specifically on the Pilot and Co-pilot seats, which are tailored for the unique cockpit environment of the KC-135. Key considerations highlighted in the description include:
Enhanced ergonomics, especially for mitigating fatigue during lon...
Notice ID: sprwa1-1680006850300mh-1680006850301mh
Department/Ind. Agency: dept of defense
Sub-tier: defense logistics agency
Office: dla aviation at warner robins, ga
Product Service Code: 1680 - miscellaneous aircraft accessories and components
NAICS Code: 336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
Inactive Dates: may 09, 2026
Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
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Tender Notice