C-5 Directional Control Valve

The US Air Force is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the production of a C-5 directional control valve. The valve is used to control hydraulic flow on the C5 aircraft troop ladder actuator and is made of steel, with dimensions of 2.2 inches in length, 4 inches in width, and 4 inches in height, weighing 5.56 pounds. The original equipment manufacturer is ITT Aerospace Controls LLC, which maintains its configuration by part number and software version. The Government does not own any data, drawings, schematics, or any other releasable technical data in support of this requirement. The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to ITT Aerospace Controls LLC for the manufacture of the subject directional control valve. Interested parties can identify their interest and capability by emailing Kaleb Medders or Terrence Wideman. • The C-5 directional control valve is used on the C5 aircraft troop ladder actuator. • The valve is made of steel and has specific dimensions and weight. • The original equipment manufacturer is ITT Aerospace Controls LLC. • The Government does not own any data, drawings, schematics, or any other releasable technical data in support of this requirement. • The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to ITT Aerospace Controls LLC.