16--Sources Sought
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 DLA Aviation Philadelphia is conducting a Sources Sought to identify eligible contractors capable of manufacturing a specific Firewall Router (NSN 7RH 1680 016651947 P8, P/N 8528919-1). The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one or a limited number of responsible sources, citing a lack of necessary manufacturing data. Capability statements are requested within 15 days of publication.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks contractors to provide the necessary labor, material, and facilities to manufacture the specified Firewall Router. The Government currently does not possess the technical data required for its production.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (intent to solicit single/limited sources under FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 17, 2019 (15 days from publication)
- Published: February 2, 2019
Evaluation
Responses will be considered by the Government, which retains sole discretion on whether to compete this proposed contract. Only approved sources will be solicited, and new sources must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. DLA Aviation Philadelphia will not delay award pending source approval.
Additional Notes
This is not a request for competitive proposals. Information on submitting a Source Approval Request package can be found at: https://www.navsup.navv.mil/navsup/ourteam/navsupwss/business_ opps/SAR%20Spares%20Brochure.pdf.