BOX CONNECTOR, ELECT
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) is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort (Notice 26R0430) to identify potential sources for the BOX CONNECTOR, ELECT (NSN 5975-01-643-0965). This initiative aims to determine the method of procurement for this item, which currently has one approved source. Responses are due by February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the new manufacture of the BOX CONNECTOR, ELECT (P/N 218089166/H671-2007-299-ERH671-200A130), with an estimated requirement of 5 units. Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment. This includes:
- Procurement/manufacture of component parts.
- Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping.
- Supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements.
- Addressing long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources, and material shortage issues.
- Shipping serviceable assets.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: May be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition, based on responses.
- NAICS: 444180
- Response Due: February 16, 2026
- Published: February 9, 2026
Evaluation
The government will evaluate market information to ascertain 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 (including compliance with schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel, and risk mitigation).
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and the government will not assume financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. Drawings, technical orders, and qualification requirements are not available. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided.