NAICS 336413 roundup: KC-46 repairables (Amendment 3) plus DLA Aviation & USCG component buys

Executive takeaway

NAICS 336413 activity this week clusters around two patterns: (1) a major Air Force Sustainment Center solicitation for KC-46 commercial common repairable support (full & open) with active Q&A and an explicit Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Plan requirement tied to the PWS, and (2) multiple smaller component/NSN buys across DLA Aviation and the US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center, some identified as SBA set-asides. If you’re built for repair/exchange programs and compliance-heavy proposal packages, the KC-46 effort is the headline; if you’re a proven approved-source distributor/manufacturer, the DLA lines may be faster-turn quoting opportunities.

What the buyer is trying to do

KC-46 Commercial Common Repairable Support (Amendment 3)

The Air Force is running a competitive full & open RFP for KC-46 commercial common repairable support. Recent updates emphasize administrative accuracy in Q&A and clarify that offerors must submit an SCRM Plan aligned to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) reference (updated from PWS 18.0 to PWS 17.0, including 17.1–17.3).

The government also indicates there will be no additional conference before proposals are due, and a draft FOPR is not being shared pre-award (expected for a post-award conference).

DLA Aviation and USCG ALC component purchases

Several NAICS 336413 notices appear to be parts procurement actions (NSN-based and component-based). Where detail is provided, DLA Aviation is sourcing specific items with stated quantities, delivery timelines, and in at least one case an approved source is identified.

What work is implied (bullets)

• KC-46 RFP proposal development including review of amendments and iterative Q&A updates (the Q&A spreadsheet is being revised and reposted).
• Prepare and submit an SCRM Plan in accordance with PWS Section 17.0 (including 17.1–17.3) as a solicitation requirement.
• Repair/exchange support positioning aligned to “Commercial Common Repairable Support” and related KC-46 strategic parts repair/exchange context referenced in amendments (verify scope in attachments).
• RFQ quote preparation for DLA Aviation lines where the solicitation is an RFQ and quotes may be submitted electronically (verify formats and clauses in the RFQ).
• Approved-source compliance for DLA items that specify an approved source and part number.
• Delivery planning for DLA Distribution destinations and required delivery windows (where stated).
• Component supply fulfillment for USCG ALC purchases (gearboxes/actuators; valves) where descriptions are not present in the notice snippet (verify in attachments/solicitation).

Who should bid / who should pass (bullets)

Who should bid

• Firms with demonstrated capability to respond to a full & open Air Force repairables solicitation and manage proposal compliance under an evolving amendment/Q&A cycle.
• Teams that can produce a credible SCRM Plan mapped directly to PWS 17.0 (17.1–17.3).
• Suppliers positioned for approved-source DLA Aviation buys (or those who can lawfully quote as an alternate if allowed—verify in the RFQ).
• Small businesses looking for SBA-marked opportunities (e.g., select DLA/USCG notices labeled SBA), assuming they can meet the item/spec requirements (verify in solicitation).

Who should pass

• Offerors unable to submit an SCRM Plan tied to the referenced PWS sections (this is stated as a solicitation requirement).
• Companies that cannot meet approved-source restrictions where explicitly stated (unless the solicitation permits alternates—verify).
• Firms that need a pre-bid conference or draft FOPR to shape their approach; the buyer states no additional conference and no draft FOPR pre-award for KC-46.

Response package checklist (bullets; if unknown say 'verify in attachments')

• KC-46: Final proposal per Section L / FAR 52.212-1 instructions (verify in attachments).
• KC-46: SCRM Plan in accordance with PWS Section 17.0 including 17.1–17.3.
• KC-46: Confirm you are using the most current Q&A spreadsheet version referenced in the notice updates.
• KC-46: Acknowledgment of Amendment 3 (and any earlier amendments) (verify method in attachments).
• DLA RFQs: Electronic quote package as permitted by the notice (verify portal/instructions in solicitation).
• DLA NSN buy (SUPPORT, STRUCTURAL): Ensure quote aligns to the NSN, quantity, and delivery requirement stated; include compliance to approved source/part number where specified.
• All: Representations/certifications and required forms (verify in attachments).

Pricing & strategy notes (how to research pricing; do not invent pricing numbers)

For this NAICS cluster, pricing strategy should follow the solicitation type:

• KC-46 full & open RFP: Build a basis of estimate from your repair/exchange process costs and supply chain risk controls, then cross-check against the competitive landscape implied by “full & open.” Use the Q&A releases to identify any clarified assumptions that affect labor/material flow (e.g., plan requirements, deliverable expectations—verify in attachments).
• DLA Aviation RFQs (NSN/component buys): Price from validated sourcing (especially where an approved source is called out) plus lead-time risk. Where the notice states delivery timing (e.g., days ADO), validate whether your supply plan supports it before discounting.
• USCG ALC purchases: Since the notice snippets lack item detail, don’t anchor pricing until you pull the solicitation content/attachments and confirm configuration/quantity/terms.

Subcontracting / teaming ideas (bullets)

• For KC-46, consider teaming with a partner that can strengthen SCRM Plan maturity (process documentation, supplier vetting, flowdown controls) if that’s not already a core competency.
• Pair repair/exchange capability with a distributor/manufacturer channel that can support common repairable pipelines (verify what the PWS and contract structure require in attachments).
• For DLA/USCG parts buys, team with an approved-source manufacturer or authorized distributor where source restrictions apply.

Risks & watch-outs (bullets)

• KC-46 Q&A version control: The notice states a question was inadvertently deleted and later restored; ensure your compliance matrix and assumptions reflect the most up-to-date Q&A file.
• PWS reference correction: Amendment 3 changes the SCRM plan reference from PWS 18.0 to PWS 17.0. Mis-citing sections or omitting subparagraph coverage (17.1–17.3) is an avoidable compliance failure.
• No additional pre-proposal conference: If your capture plan depends on pre-bid dialogue, adjust—buyer states they will not hold another conference before proposals are due.
• Draft FOPR not available pre-award: Don’t assume you’ll get additional “draft” clarity before submitting.
• DLA approved-source constraint: At least one line identifies an approved source and part number; quoting noncompliant sources can waste cycles (verify alternates policy in solicitation).
• Missing detail in some notices: Several listings show “Description is not available.” Treat those as placeholders until you pull the actual solicitation content.

Related opportunities

• KC-46 Commercial Common Repairable Support-Amendment 3
• 15--SUPPORT,STRUCTURAL
• Purchase of Gearbox and Actuators
• Purchase of Valves
• 16--HEAD CORE,RELIEF VA
• NSN 1560-01-717-8312, FLOOR, AIRCRAFT (H-60)
• 15--SKIN,AIRCRAFT

How to act on this

1. Pull the KC-46 solicitation attachments and confirm the exact Section L instructions and deliverable list (including the SCRM plan mapping to PWS 17.0).
2. Download the latest KC-46 Q&A spreadsheet version referenced in the notice and update your compliance matrix accordingly.
3. For DLA/USCG actions, open each RFQ/solicitation and confirm item details, approved-source language, and quote submission method.
4. Decide bid/no-bid based on (a) SCRM readiness, (b) approved-source access, and (c) ability to meet delivery requirements.

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