This is a sole-source solicitation to establish a requirements contract for a specific aerial refueling coupler (NSN 1680-01-530-3831, P/N 50725) for HC/MC-130 aircraft, with the government intending to award to manufacturer BLUEAEROSPACE LLC. The coupler is a non-commercial item that attaches to the refueling hose and includes features to regulate pressure and lock onto a receiver aircraft's probe. The government does not own the technical data package for this item. While the solicitation is directed to one manufacturer, the agency will consider capability statements, proposals, or quotations from all responsible sources.

The Government intends to issue a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract to BLUE AEROSPACE LLC for the manufacture of 137 HC/MC-130 Aerial Nozzle Press couplings. The performance timeline indicates a request for proposal will be released on or before January 15, 2026. This is a non-commercial item applicable to HC/MC-130 aircraft. The justification for the sole-source action is that Blue Aerospace LLC is the only authorized and approved supplier of the original manufacturer's part. This announcement is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation.