CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, ACTUATING, LINEAR
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 / Market Survey to identify potential manufacturers for CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, ACTUATING, LINEAR (NSN: 3040-016493536). This effort aims to gather information for a future solicitation and contract award. Responses are due by Close of Business (COB) on February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This market survey focuses on the CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, ACTUATING, LINEAR (NSN: 3040-016493536), currently procured from an approved source, FEDERAL EQUIPMENT CO (60587). The item has an AMC/AMSC of "3 Q," indicating that the Government lacks adequate data or rights to data for additional sources, but is actively working towards achieving breakout to competition. DLA is seeking information from companies capable of manufacturing these items. The anticipated quantity is 54 units, with a 100% option for an additional 54 units.
Information Requested from Vendors
Vendors are requested to provide details including:
- Delivery Time: Best possible delivery in days.
- NAICS Code: Identification and business size (Large/Small, Manufacturer/Dealer).
- Commercial Item Status: Whether the item is commercial, sales history, and FAR Part 12/15 compliance.
- Source of Supply: If a dealer, identify the source.
- Manufacturing Location: Where the item is manufactured.
- Pricing & Specifications: Availability of price lists, technical specifications, and data sheets.
- Contract Interest: Willingness to pursue a Firm Fixed Price contract.
- FOB Origin Acceptability: Whether F.O.B. Origin is acceptable.
- Quantity/Price Breaks: Information on available quantity/price breaks.
- Salient Features/Cost Drivers: Identification of dominant materials, metals, or processes.
- Unit Size & Weight: Approximate unit weight and size.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 12, 2026 (COB)
- Published: February 6, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a market survey for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Quote (RFQ). Companies interested in becoming an "Approved Source" may submit an application package through the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. Further information on the SAR program is available on the DLA Land and Maritime website.