1560-014346367, SUPPLEMENT ARMOR, WSDC: 06F, AIRCRAFT, HERCULES C-130
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 companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining SUPPLEMENT ARMOR (NSN 1560-01-434-6367) for the C-130 Hercules aircraft (Weapon System Designator Code: 06F). This item is currently produced by FOSTER-MILLER INC (CAGE 30233) under part number 80553129. Responses are due by January 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks to determine industry's capability to supply the specified SUPPLEMENT ARMOR. Interested parties should demonstrate their ability to either manufacture the item to the required specifications or legitimately obtain it. The current item is identified by NSN 1560-01-434-6367 and is used on the C-130 Hercules aircraft.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (for informational purposes only)
- Response Due: January 30, 2025, 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: January 26, 2026
Submission & Qualification
This is not a request for an offer or a solicitation, and the Government is not obligated to award a contract. Responses are voluntary, and no funds are available for preparation. Interested parties should email their responses to Tatjana Klemmer at tatjana.vaughan@dla.mil.
Companies wishing to be reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" for this item must submit an application package through the Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. Details for the SAR Program are outlined in the attached JACG SAM HB document, requiring technical data to demonstrate manufacturing competency equal to or better than the currently approved item.