BEARING, ELASTOMERIC
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 a Sources Sought to identify potential manufacturers for BEARING, ELASTOMERIC (NSN 3120-01-161-4343). This market research aims to identify sources in accordance with DFARS regulations 225.7009 and 225-7016. Responses are due by June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks to identify sources for the specified elastomeric bearing, NSN 3120-01-161-4343. The requirement includes Contractor First Article Testing (KTR FAT). While the Government does not possess the technical data, procurement item description information can be provided upon request. Applicable conditions and documentation for source approval of part-numbered, configuration control, and source control items will apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 12, 2026
- Published: June 09, 2026
Evaluation
This is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. Responses will be used to identify potential sources and do not constitute offers. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement, and no funds are available for response preparation.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should provide the manufacturer's location (City and State OR country) and Points of Contact (POCs). The current known source is SKF USA INC (CAGE 80201, P/N 70209-27901-043). All information should be sent to Herbert Davis at Herbert.Davis@dla.mil.