Request for Interested Manufacturers / C-5 Rotary Hand Pump (NSN 4320-00-490-7424UC)

The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the production of the C-5 / C17 Rotary Hand Pump. The pump is a manually operated low-pressure hydraulic pump used on the C-5 Galaxy and C-17 aircraft to replenish the reservoir after servicing various components of the aircraft hydraulic system. The original equipment manufacturer, Lear Romec Division of Crane Co, maintains its proprietary manufacturing data for this item, and the Government does not own a complete manufacturing data package to release to potential vendors. As a result, the Government intends to award a sole source contract to Lear Romec Division of Crane Co. Other interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by emailing Robert Berg. Key points to consider: • The rotary hand pump is a critical component of the C-5 Hydraulic System. • Commercial substitutions would require major mechanical modifications and would compromise the integrity and safety of the entire system. • The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by FAR 6.302-1. • Responses to this announcement are strictly voluntary, and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement.