AAR Woodward SPE4A226RX0008
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 has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SPE4A226RX0008) for market research to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining specific Coil, Flat, Leaf, And Wire Springs (NSNs listed below). DLA currently intends to award a sole-source, long-term contract to AAR Supply Chain, Inc. as the exclusive distributor for items manufactured by Woodward, Inc. Responses are due by March 10, 2026, at 5 PM EST.
Purpose
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for proposal or a commitment to award a contract. The Government is conducting market research to determine if other companies possess the capability to supply the listed items, which may influence the initial acquisition strategy. Responses from both small and large businesses are encouraged.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for the supply of specific items identified by the following National Item Identification Numbers (NIINs), which are also detailed in the attached 'AAR - WWD NIIN list.xlsx' document:
- 011999770
- 016757291
- 011832081
- 011954026
- 011984841
- 012005475
- 013340752
- 016594234
Submission Details
Interested and responsible sources must submit a response by March 10, 2026, 5 PM EST, via email to Kevin.Brown@dla.mil. Responses should include:
- Company name, address, CAGE code, and business size status.
- Point of contact name, title, phone, and email.
- A capability statement demonstrating the ability to meet the requirement, including documentation of financial resources, integrity, experience, technical skills, and management resources.
Source Approval Request (SAR) Program
Companies wishing to become an "Approved Source" for these items should submit an application package through the DLA Aviation SAR Program. This package must demonstrate the ability to manufacture the product to the same or higher quality standard as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).