FY26-5A Foreign Bearings Waiver Package Sources Sought Notice
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, under the Defense Logistics Agency, has issued a Sources Sought Notice titled "FY26-5A Foreign Bearings Waiver Package Sources Sought Notice". The primary objective is to identify viable domestic sourcing for specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) of antifriction bearings, in compliance with DFARS 225.7009 and DFARS 252.225-7016. Responses are due by April 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks to identify domestic manufacturers or suppliers capable of providing several antifriction bearings (Product Service Code 3110) that are currently foreign-manufactured. The specific NSNs include: 3110-00-100-5943, 3110-00-128-1982, 3110-00-144-8519, 3110-01-249-7662, 3110-01-362-6205, 3110-01-463-0663, 3110-01-510-4498, 3110-01-562-8570, 3110-01-565-3755, and 3110-01-697-7047. While the Government typically does not possess or disseminate associated technical data, procurement item descriptions can be provided upon request. All applicable conditions and documentation requirements for source approval of part-numbered, configuration control, and source control items will apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 14, 2026, 9:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 1, 2026, 2:56 PM EDT
Evaluation
Responses will be utilized to conduct market research and determine the availability of domestic sources for these critical bearings. This information is essential for DLA Aviation to comply with DFARS regulations concerning foreign manufactured items and to assess the necessity of a waiver package for foreign bearings.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning and market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government to award a contract. Interested parties are encouraged to review DFARS 225.7009 and 252.225-7016 for further details on relevant DOD contracting regulations.