Dampener,Flutter / NSN: 1650-01-008-0686 / PN: 65-8353-8
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for a Dampener, Flutter (NSN: 1650-01-008-0686, P/N: 65-8353-8). This effort supports the U.S. Air Force's "Spares Procurement" for a new spares buy. The government is seeking information to determine if the requirement can be competitively procured or set aside for small businesses. Responses are due by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought is for potential sources capable of manufacturing the specified part. This is a "New Spares Buy" for an estimated 36 units, not a repair requirement. Potential sources may be responsible for procurement/manufacture, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, shipping, supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources. Nonrecurring engineering costs may also be a responsibility.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (NOT a solicitation)
- Product Service Code: 1650 (Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum And De Icing System Components)
- Estimated Quantity: 36 each
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, 05:59 AM UTC
- Published: January 22, 2026, 07:05 PM UTC
Eligibility / Set-Aside
The government is interested in all potential sources, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Hubzone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The NAICS Code is 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a Size Standard of 1,250 employees.
Technical Data & Source Approval
Potential sources wishing to be qualified must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Qualification Requirements (QR) and Engineering Data List (EDL) are referenced. Technical data may be provided on the EDL; if absent, sources must independently acquire it. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR packages are submitted electronically via DoD SAFE.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: 423 Workflow (423scms.guea.workflow@us.af.mil)
- SAR Process Questions: AFSC/SB (afsc.sb.workflow@us.af.mil)
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA
Additional Notes
This is for market research only; no contract will be awarded from this notice. The government may consider breaking the requirement out by airframe.