DISK, FLEXIBLE DRIVE SHAFT

SOL #: SPE4A726R0382Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION
RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms And Components (1615)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 26, 2026
2
Last Updated
Mar 12, 2026
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Response Deadline
Mar 5, 2026, 7:00 PM

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) - Weapons Support Richmond is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify qualified parties interested in and capable of providing DISK, FLEXIBLE DRIVE SHAFT (NSN: 1615-001634126, P/N 35120-1). This market research will help determine the procurement method, which may lead to a small business set-aside or full and open competition. Responses are due by March 5, 2026.

Scope of Work

Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the item. This includes:

  • Procurement/manufacture of component parts.
  • Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping.
  • Supply chain management, logistics planning, and forecasting production requirements.
  • Addressing long-lead time parts, diminishing manufacturing sources, and material shortage issues.
  • Shipping serviceable assets.

The specific requirement is for DISK, FLEXIBLE DRIVE SHAFT, Part Number: REXNORD INDUSTRIES, LLC CAGE: 59747 P/N 35120-1, NSN: 1615-001634126, with an estimated annual demand of 30 units.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • NAICS: 336411 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing)
  • PSC: 1615 (Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms And Components)
  • Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research (potential Small Business Set-Aside or Full and Open Competition).
  • Response Due: March 5, 2026, NLT 02:00 p.m. ET
  • Published: February 26, 2026

Evaluation

The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to:

  • Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
  • Secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
  • Implement a successful project management plan (including compliance, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel, and risk mitigation).
  • Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.

Submission Instructions

Interested parties should email responses to Jenier.Mitchell@dla.mil. Submissions should include:

  1. Organization name, address, email, website, telephone, size, and type of ownership.
  2. Tailored capability statements addressing the effort, with documentation.
  3. If subcontracting/teaming is anticipated, address administrative and management structure.

This request for information does not constitute a request for proposals, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred.

People

Points of Contact

JENIER MITCHELLPRIMARY

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