Cylinder Assembly
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 at Oklahoma City, on behalf of the U.S. Air Force (423rd SCMS), has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis for market research to identify potential sources for Cylinder Assembly,A (P/N: 581EA, NSN: 1650006763892) spares for the KC-135 platform. This notice aims to determine acquisition strategy, potential competition, and possible small business set-asides. Responses are due by February 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the new spares procurement of an estimated 41 units of the specified Cylinder Assembly. Potential sources must demonstrate capabilities to furnish all necessary labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the complete manufacturing process, including inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. The scope may also encompass supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, and handling diminishing manufacturing sources.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Item: CYLINDER ASSEMBLY,A (P/N: 581EA, NSN: 1650006763892)
- Estimated Quantity: 41 units
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential set-asides)
- Response Due: February 5, 2026, 22:00 UTC
- Published: January 29, 2026, 18:11 UTC
Submission Requirements
Interested sources are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data List (EDL) are referenced. To express interest and provide business information, vendors must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov and submit responses to the market research as detailed in Part I of the attached document.
Additional Notes
This is NOT a solicitation and does not guarantee a future contract award. It is for planning purposes only. The government is interested in responses from all business sizes and types to assess industry capabilities. Estimated solicitation information is currently to be determined.