Canopy Fixed
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) Huntsville, AL Tactical Missile Branch is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential offerors for the new manufacture of Canopy Fixed (NSN 1560-01-309-8314, Part Number 5101580-2) for the M-DP Avenger Weapon System. Responses are due May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement seeks firms capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the specified item. This includes procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Small Business Size Standard: 1250 Employees
- Set-Aside: Not yet determined. The government will evaluate responses to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, which may include a small business set-aside, full and open competition, or sole source procurement. All business classifications, including 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small businesses, are encouraged to respond.
- Response Due: May 15, 2026 (3 days from publication)
- Published: May 12, 2026
Evaluation
The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to provide services consistent in scope and scale, secure and apply full corporate resources, implement a successful project management plan (including compliance with schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel, and risk mitigation), and provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the government. Responses are not offers, and no funds are available for their preparation. Technical data associated with this acquisition is export-restricted under the Arms Export Control Act or Export Administration Act and cannot be released outside the U.S. without prior government approval. Firms are encouraged to seek source approval by emailing inquiries to usarmy.redstone.devcom-avmc.mbx.amr-ss-sar@mail.mil.