Head Assembley, Regulator
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) Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK, on behalf of the U.S. Air Force (423rd SCMS), has issued a Sources Sought notice for Head Assembly, Regulator parts (NSN: 1660-00-601-0655, P/N: 96570-1). This is market research to identify potential sources for new spares procurement and determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, including the possibility of a small business set-aside. Responses are due by February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government is seeking sources capable of the procurement and manufacture of new spares. This includes component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Potential responsibilities may also encompass supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources. This requirement is specifically for new spares and does not include a repair component.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: 1660 (Aircraft Air Conditioning, Heating, And Pressurizing Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential set-aside)
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, 05:59 PM EST
- Published: February 10, 2026, 04:19 PM EST
Submission & Evaluation
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov to participate. The government is interested in responses from all business sizes and types, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, SDBs (8(a)s), SDVOSBs, Hubzone Businesses, and WOSBs. Responses should include specific business information as requested in Part I of the document. The purpose of this SSS is to determine the best acquisition strategy, which may include a small business set-aside.
Technical Data & Source Approval
Potential sources must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. QRs and Engineering Data List (EDL), if applicable, are attached to the notice. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via an Excel spreadsheet to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR packages must be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE.
Place of Performance
Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA
Contact Information
- Organization: 423rd SCMS
- Workflow Email: 423scms.workflow@us.af.mil
- SAR Process Questions: afsc.sb.workflow@us.af.mil