ENGINE,OUTBOARD MUL
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) Weapons Support (Columbus) is conducting a Sources Sought for a one-time buy of ENGINE,OUTBOARD MUL (NSN 2805-01-555-6505). This market survey aims to gather information from potential suppliers to develop a realistic and beneficial solicitation. The currently approved manufacturer is BRP US Inc (CAGE 1UVT5) for Part Number E55MJRLAF. Responses to the market survey are due by March 12, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This is a market research effort to identify qualified sources and collect data on capabilities, pricing, and delivery for the specified outboard engine. The DLA seeks to understand industry capacity and commercial practices to best meet the Warfighter's needs. Sources interested in becoming an approved source must submit information as outlined in DLAD Procurement Notes L04 and M06.
Key Information Requested from Vendors
Vendors are requested to complete the attached market survey, providing details on:
- Estimated Delivery: Best possible delivery time for 90 units.
- Estimated Unit Price: For the solicited quantity.
- Company Information: Size (Large/Small), status (Manufacturer/Dealer), employee count.
- Commercial Item Determination: Whether the item is commercial per FAR 2.101, available on GSA Schedule, and sold to non-Governmental customers.
- Commercial Sales Data: Willingness to provide documentation to support fair and reasonable pricing.
- Logistics & Packaging: Ability to provide STD-COM PKG with MIL-STD-129 Markings, acceptability of FOB Destination vs. FOB Origin, and inspection/acceptance at Origin.
- Other: Inventory status, quantity sensitivity, hazardous material content, sales channel preference, EDI capability, and ability to furnish cost and price data if required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 12, 2026, by 1:00 PM EST
- Published: March 2, 2026
Submission Instructions
Interested sources should complete the attached market survey and return it via email to Cerita Sellers. Verbal discussions are also an option by contacting the Contract Specialist.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: Cerita Sellers
- Email: Cerita.Sellers@dla.mil
- Phone: (614) 693-0042