53 -- CASTER,SWIVEL
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 a Sources Sought / Market Survey for Caster, Swivel (NSN: 5340-00-106-6575). This initiative aims to identify potential manufacturers and gather information for a pending Request for Proposals (RFP). The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses, including source information or applications for the Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program, are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This market survey seeks information on the manufacturing capability for Caster, Swivel (NSN: 5340-00-106-6575). The current approved sources are CASTER CONCEPTS INC (P/N SPD18092104) and COLUMBUS JACK CORPORATION (P/N 916-AV-3). The item has an AMC/AMSC of "1 C," meaning it is suitable for competitive acquisition but requires engineering source approval. New sources must qualify through the DLA Land and Maritime SAR Program to demonstrate their product is equal to or better than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The anticipated quantity is 335 EA, with a 200% option for a total of 1005 EA. Bidders should indicate their best delivery time.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (for a future Firm Fixed Price contract)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, by Close of Business (COB)
- Published Date: May 1, 2026
- Preferred Terms: F.O.B. Origin, Firm Fixed Price Contract
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit information directly to Contract Specialist Zachary Rodriguez (Zachary.rodriguez@dla.mil). Required information includes:
- Indication of interest in pursuing a contract and submitting an offer.
- Business size (Large/Small) and status (Manufacturer/Dealer) for the relevant NAICS code.
- Confirmation of being the actual manufacturer or identification of the source of supply if a dealer.
- Manufacturing location, commercial item status, and sales history.
- Details on NAICS code, business size, manufacturing origin, inventory status, commercial item claims (with supporting documentation), hazardous material content, packaging (STD-COM Pkg I/A/W ASTM D 3951), RFID compliance, and minimum order quantities.
- Companies wishing to become an "Approved Source" must submit a comprehensive SAR package as detailed on the DLA Land Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Program webpage (http://www.landandmaritime.dla.mil/programs/altofferor/).
Additional Notes
This is a market survey for planning purposes and is not a Request for Quote (RFQ). The DLA is gathering information to generate a realistic and beneficial solicitation.