BladeSetTurbineA_End_Item_F100_NSN_2840014696107NZ_PN_4085092

SOL #: FD20302700020Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412)

PSC

Gas Turbines And Jet Engines, Aircraft, Prime Moving; And Components (2840)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 5, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Mar 13, 2026, 4:59 AM

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 United States Air Force (421st SCMS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential sources for the new manufacture of a "BLADE SET,TURBINE,A" (NSN: 2840014696107 NZ, P/N: 4085092). This effort aims to determine acquisition strategies, including potential for competitive or Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are requested by March 12, 2026.

Purpose & Overview

This is a market research effort, not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or solicitation, and no contract will be awarded. The purpose is to identify capable sources for "Spares Procurement" and assess market competitiveness. No funds are available for this effort.

Key Requirements / Deliverables

Potential sources must be capable of:

  • Furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for new manufacture.
  • Procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping.
  • Supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production, long-lead time parts procurement, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources/material shortages.
  • Shipping serviceable assets.
  • The estimated need date for spares is March 1, 2028.

Submission & Evaluation

Eligibility / Set-Aside

The Government is interested in all potential sources, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The NAICS Code is 336412 with a size standard of 1,500 employees.

Technical Data & Source Approval

  • Potential sources requiring qualification must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR).
  • QRs and Engineering Data List (EDL) are attached to the notice.
  • Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via an Excel spreadsheet to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil.
  • SAR package submission is electronic through DoD SAFE (https://safe.apps.mil/).

Notes

This is a "NEW SPARES BUY." Estimated Solicitation Information is "To Be Determined."

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Points of Contact

421SCMSRequirementsPRIMARY
421SCMSRequirementsSECONDARY

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Posted: Mar 5, 2026
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