COUPLING, CLAMP PIPE NIIN 011528526
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) Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought to identify manufacturers for a specific COUPLING, CLAMP PIPE (NSN 4730-01-152-8526). This market research aims to find qualified sources and gather information on their manufacturing capabilities. Responses are due April 30, 2026.
Scope of Request
DLA Land and Maritime is requesting information from companies capable of manufacturing the specified pipe coupling. Respondents should provide:
- Confirmation of ability to manufacture the item.
- Location of the manufacturer (City and State, or country).
- Points of Contact (POCs) for these manufacturers, if available.
Source Approval Request (SAR) Program
Companies interested in becoming an "Approved Source" for DLA Land and Maritime may submit an application package through the Alternate Offer / Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. A SAR package requires technical data to demonstrate the prospective contractor can competently manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The contractor is responsible for documenting and demonstrating product equivalence or superiority. Further information on the SAR program, including requirements and format, is available on the DLA Land and Maritime website: http://www.dla.mil/LandandMaritime/Business/Selling/Alternate-Offers/
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, by 3:59 AM ET
- Published: April 21, 2026
Submission Information
All requested information should be submitted to Joel Steward via email at joel.steward@dla.mil. He can also be reached by phone at 614-693-3221.