16--MOTOR,WINDSHIELD WI
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 notice of intent to award a sole-source contract for a Windshield Wiper Motor (NSN 7R-1680-017369380-P8). This action is being pursued under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." This notice is not a request for competitive proposals.
Requirement Details
The requirement is for one (1) each of a Windshield Wiper Motor, identified by NSN 7R-1680-017369380-P8 and Reference Number 2313M-348-5. This item is described as a commercial/nondevelopmental/off-the-shelf product, with delivery specified as FOB Origin. Commercial item descriptions, vendor catalogs, or manuals may apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Published Date: March 19, 2026
- Response Deadline: May 4, 2026 (for capability statements/proposals from other sources)
- Commercial Item Identification Deadline: Interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Submission & Response
While the Government intends to negotiate with only one source, all responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. Any proposals received within 45 days of the publication date (by May 4, 2026) will be considered. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses is solely at its discretion.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using the policies contained in FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, for its solicitation. However, interested parties may still identify their interest and capability to provide a commercial item to the contracting officer within 15 days of this notice. Technical documents, specifications, and standards can be obtained from the DoD Single Stock Point (DODSSP) via ASSIST-Online (http://quicksearch.dla.mil/). The primary contact is Keli Barish at keli.barish@dla.mil or (215)737-3861.