BEARING, PLAIN, SELF-ALIGNING
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 for manufacturers capable of producing BEARING, PLAIN, SELF-ALIGNING (NSN 3130-01-190-2764). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The purpose is market research to identify potential sources. Responses are due February 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Request for Information (RFI) seeks to identify sources able to manufacture the specified National Stock Number (NSN 3130-01-190-2764). Interested parties should provide:
- Confirmation of ability to manufacture the item.
- Location of the manufacturer (City and State OR Country).
- Points of contact for these manufacturers, if available.
This is for informational purposes only and is not a request for proposal or a commitment by the Government to award a contract.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 26, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published: February 4, 2026
Submission & Guidance
Information should be submitted to Matthew Diefes at matthew.diefes@dla.mil. The opportunity includes guidance on Source Approval Requests (SARs), which are relevant for potential manufacturers. Key points from the SAR guidance include:
- SARs for NSNs without open solicitations must be submitted electronically via the DoD SAFE site. Email dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil to request a SAR drop-off link.
- SARs for items designated as fully competitive (AMSC "G") or described by drawings and specifications will not be evaluated.
- SARs may not be processed if deemed not cost-effective due to low item demand. Bidders should review the DLA Supplier Requirements Visibility Application for forecasting.
- The SAR review process can take over 180 days.
- For SAR-related questions, contact the DLA Aviation SAR analyst at dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil.
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for market research. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. Any information submitted is strictly voluntary.