16--MAIN MODULE
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 at Philadelphia, PA has issued a presolicitation for the sole-source acquisition of 5 EA of NSN 7R-1615-016751816-CB, "MAIN MODULE". This requirement, identified as flight critical, necessitates engineering source approval by the design control activity. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1.
Scope of Work
The opportunity is for the procurement of five (5) units of the "MAIN MODULE" (NSN 7R-1615-016751816-CB, REF NR 70351-38100-052). This part requires specific engineering source approval due to its unique design, existing technical data rights, and manufacturing/repair knowledge held by approved sources.
Source Approval Requirements
Only previously approved sources have been solicited. Alternate sources must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Non-approved sources must submit detailed source approval information, as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice), with their proposal. Failure to provide required data will result in offers not being considered.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: May 11, 2026 (for capability statements)
- Published: March 24, 2026
Additional Information
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals/capability statements. Responses received within 45 days of publication will be considered. The Government retains sole discretion on whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Market research indicates FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) is not being used, but interested parties may identify commercial item capabilities within 15 days of this notice. Drawings are not available.