E3A_KC135_Priced_BOA _G0005

SOL #: E3A_KC135_Priced_BOA_G0005Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

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

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

No PSC code specified

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 2, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 8, 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 a Sources Sought market research effort to identify potential manufacturers or legitimate suppliers for 14 National Stock Numbers (NSNs) related to the KC-135 aircraft. This notice aims to determine if companies other than the currently approved sole source, BOEING (CAGE 0PXV4), can meet the requirements. Responses are due by April 8, 2026.

Scope of Work

DLA Weapons Support is seeking companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining 14 specific NSNs. These items require Government Source Approval prior to any potential award. The attached document, "E3A KC135 Tech NIIN List.pdf," provides a reference list of these NIINs and their corresponding AMPl Part Numbers.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: April 8, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
  • Published: April 2, 2026
  • Agency: DLA Aviation, DEPT OF DEFENSE
  • Place of Performance: Richmond, VA

Key Requirements & Submission

  • Government Source Approval is mandatory. The only currently approved source is BOEING, CAGE 0PXV4.
  • Companies not yet approved must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package.
  • To submit a SAR, email dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with the subject line "Request a SAR Drop Off." Include your CAGE code, the NSN, and the email address where you wish to receive a DoDSafe link for SAR submission.

Additional Notes

This is for informational purposes only and is not a request for an offer or a solicitation. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement, and no funds are available for response preparation.

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