FAIRING, LAUNCHER GU / NSN 1440-01-285-3096 / LGM-30
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 DLA AVIATION is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify capable sources for the new manufacture of Fairing, Launcher, GU (NSN 1440-01-285-3096), associated with the LGM-30 missile system. This effort aims to determine the procurement method for a potential 5-year base period requirement. Responses are due by April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves 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. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets.
The specific item is RAYTHEON CO. (CAGE 82577), p/n 7002792-3, Nomenclature: FAIRING, LAUNCHER, GU, NSN: 1440-01-285-3096. The approved source is Marvin Engineering Co. (CAGE 32067). Any other interested contractor must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval, as DLA Aviation does not possess complete technical data for this part.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- NAICS Code: 336415
- Estimated Requirement: LTC – 5 YEAR BASE PERIOD
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: April 16, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage); may be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition. Multiple awards may be made.
Evaluation
Market information will be evaluated to ascertain potential market capacity to: 1) provide services consistent in scope and scale; 2) secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources; 3) implement a successful project management plan (including tight schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, key personnel, and risk mitigation); and 4) provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Submission Requirements
Interested organizations should provide: 1) Organization name, address, email, website, telephone number, and size/type of ownership; and 2) Tailored capability statements with documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If subcontracting or teaming is anticipated, address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements.
Additional Notes
This is a market research notice only and does not constitute a request for proposals. Submission of information is purely voluntary, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for incurred costs. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions. All responses must be emailed to CHRISTOPHER.ROSE@DLA.MIL.