BLADE, WINDSHIELD WI
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 via a Sources Sought notice for Windshield Wiper Blades (NSN 1680-01-518-7388). This is to identify interested and capable parties for a future procurement, not a current buy. The government seeks to approve vendors who can compete on the next acquisition. Responses are due February 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the item. This includes:
- Procurement/manufacture of component parts
- Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping
- Supply chain management, logistics planning, and forecasting
- Long-lead time parts procurement and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources/material shortages
- Shipping serviceable assets
The estimated annual quantity is 40 each.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 336310 (Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing)
- PSC: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: February 4, 2026
Evaluation
Market information will be evaluated to determine potential market capacity to:
- Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
- Secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement a successful project management plan (compliance, cost containment, performance tracking, key personnel, risk mitigation).
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation for proposals, and submission of information is purely voluntary. The government assumes no financial responsibility for incurred costs. Technical Orders and Qualification Requirements are not available. The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement for future buys.
Contact: Renee Griffin (renee.griffin@dla.mil)