1560-01-714-5132- PANEL,STRUCTURAL,AI
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources for the new manufacture of NSN: 1560-01-714-5132, PANEL,STRUCTURAL,AI (part number 8-7672-502) for the B-52 Stratofortress aircraft. This effort aims to determine the method of procurement. Responses are due by April 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the structural panel. This includes procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Additionally, sources may be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets. The estimated annual quantity is 36 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
- Product Service Code: 1560 - Airframe Structural Components
- Set-Aside: May be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition, based on market research results.
- Response Due: April 5, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
- Published: March 30, 2026
- Place of Performance: Richmond, Virginia, United States (6002 Strathmore Rd)
Submission Requirements
Interested organizations should provide:
- Organization name, address, email, website, telephone, and size/type of ownership.
- Tailored capability statements addressing the effort, with documentation supporting organizational and staff capabilities.
- Details on administrative and management structure if significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated. All responses must be emailed to Calvin Peterson (calvin.peterson@dla.mil).
Evaluation
The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential capacity to:
- Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
- Secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement a successful project management plan (including compliance with schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, key personnel, and risk mitigation).
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is a market research request only and does not constitute a request for proposals. The government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred by respondents. No feedback or evaluations will be provided.