2510-01-479-0990 Parts Kit, Fifth Whe
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) Land and Maritime is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential manufacturers for NSN 2510-01-479-0990, Parts Kit, Fifth Whe. This initiative aims to gather information to inform the development of a future Long-Term Contract (LTC) solicitation. Responses, including a market research questionnaire, are due by May 11, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10. DLA seeks to identify sources capable of manufacturing the specified National Stock Number (NSN). The market research questionnaire, issued by DLA Weapons Support Columbus, is designed to gather comprehensive information from potential suppliers to help develop a realistic and beneficial solicitation for an LTC.
Key Information Requested
Respondents are requested to provide information covering:
- Company Information: Size, business status (small/large), employee count, SBA classifications, and whether the company is a manufacturer or distributor.
- Long-Term Contract (LTC) Questions: Interest in pursuing an LTC, preferred contract duration (base period with option years), and potential quantity price breaks.
- Cost or Pricing Data: Understanding and willingness to provide certified cost or pricing data, experience with DLA, and ability to obtain subcontractor data.
- Commercial Questions: Whether the items are considered commercial and willingness to provide evidence of commercial sales.
- Delivery Questions: Awareness of production limitations and whether minimum delivery order quantities or dollar values apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 11, 2026, at 21:00Z. The associated questionnaire requests a return within 5 business days of receipt.
- Published: May 4, 2026
Action Items
Interested parties should provide information regarding their capability to manufacture the NSN and complete the market research questionnaire. All information must be submitted to Anthony Samad via email at Anthony.Samad@dla.mil. Deliveries for any future contract will be made to DLA Depots, with inspection and acceptance at destination, FOB Origin.