Request for Interested Manufacturers for the KC-135 Aircraft Pilot and Co-pilot Seats

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation Procurement Office is conducting market research to identify manufacturers capable of qualifying and producing the KC‑135 aircraft pilot and co‑pilot seats (NSN 1680006850300MH / 77226‑407 and NSN 1680006850301MH / 77226‑408). Respondents must demonstrate existing technical data, manufacturing capability, and the ability to deliver seats that meet stringent military safety and crash‑worthiness standards, integrate with the KC‑135 cockpit architecture (including helmets and night‑vision goggles), and provide enhanced ergonomics, fatigue mitigation, and maintainability for long‑duration missions. Because the original equipment manufacturer, Mag Aerospace Industries, Inc., holds the only known configuration data and the government lacks sufficient rights to release it, DLA intends to award a sole‑source contract under FAR 6.302‑1 (Other Than Full and Open Competition). Interested parties should submit a statement of interest and capability via email to komkit.seshompo.1@us.af.mil no later than 24 April 2026. The information gathered will inform future acquisition strategies and support the KC‑135 Stratotanker’s critical air‑refueling, airlift, and specialized mission roles.

Notice ID

59a8cef8b8124fc5a1c0220df80e9465

Solicitation Number

SPRWA1-1680006850300MH-1680006850301MH

NAICS Code

336413

Classification Code

1680