Cylinder Assembly,A / NSN: 1650-00-138-6283 / PN: 68A692457-1013
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, OK, on behalf of the U.S. Air Force, is conducting a Sources Sought market research to identify potential sources for the new manufacture of Cylinder Assembly, A (NSN: 1650-00-138-6283, P/N: 68A692457-1013). This effort aims to determine if the requirement can be met competitively or as a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government is seeking sources capable of the new manufacture of the specified Cylinder Assembly. This generally includes the procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, and managing diminishing manufacturing sources. The estimated requirement is for 30 units, and this is a new spares buy without a repair requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified; market research to determine if competitive or Small Business Set-Aside. Interested in all business sizes.
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, 05:59 AM UTC
- Published: January 22, 2026, 06:52 PM UTC
Submission & Evaluation
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" to participate. Potential sources are required to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. Technical data may be provided via an Engineering Data List (EDL) or may need to be independently acquired. Drawings can be requested via an Excel spreadsheet submission. The government is interested in all business sizes, including Large Business, Small Business, 8(a)s, SDVOSBs, HUBZone, and WOSBs.
Additional Notes
This is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation; no contract will be awarded based on this market research, and no funds are available. Inquiries regarding the Tinker SAR Process should be directed to the AFSC Small Business Office. SAR package submissions are electronic via DoD SAFE. Questions regarding this post should be sent to 423scms.guea.workflow@us.af.mil.