457 NIINS Mass 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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining specific items. This initiative aims to determine industry capabilities for items listed in an attached workbook, which details National Item Identification Numbers (NIINs) with projected requirements exceeding $250,000 over a six-month period. Responses are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
DLA Aviation seeks to identify potential sources for a comprehensive list of NIINs. The attached Sources_Sought_NIIN_List_Feb2026.xlsx document is crucial for potential bidders, as it provides:
- A detailed list of NIINs with associated data such as forecast type, supply chain, contract ID, quantity, and value for projected requirements.
- A summarized view of projected requirements by NIIN, including count, quantity, and total value.
- A CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) Notice, which is important for handling sensitive information.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 20, 2026
- Published: February 5, 2026
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA
Submission & Contact
Interested parties qualified to manufacture or legitimately obtain the listed supplies are invited to submit a response to this Sources Sought notice. Companies desiring to be reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" should submit an application package through the Source Approval Request (SAR) Program as outlined in the attached MNACG SAM document. SAR packages demonstrate a contractor's ability to competently manufacture the product to the required quality level.
Primary Point of Contact: Melissa Gallagher, Contract Specialist melissa.1.gallagher@dla.mil 445-737-7106
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and is not a request for an offer or a solicitation. The government is under no obligation to award a contract based on this announcement, and no funds are available for response preparation.