Housing Mechanical
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) Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought for potential manufacturers of Housing Mechanical (NSN: 3040-01-641-2641, P/N: 70351-38110-051). The purpose is to identify new sources for this item, currently approved from Sikorsky 78286. Interested parties are requested to complete an attached market survey. Responses are due by March 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This market research seeks to identify sources capable of manufacturing the Housing Mechanical item, identified by NSN 3040-01-641-2641 and Part Number 70351-38110-051. The AMC/AMSC for this NSN is "3/C". Potential manufacturers are asked to review the NSN and provide information on their capabilities. The attached market survey (Market Survey Blank.docx) specifically requests details on:
- Item Details: NSN 3040-01-641-2641, Item Name: HOUSING, MECHANICAL, Cage: 78286, Part #: 70351-38110-051, Unit of Issue: EA, Quantity: 12 (with a 100% option for 24).
- NAICS Code: 333613.
- Supplier Information: Business size, type (Manufacturer/Dealer), manufacturing status, source of supply, manufacturing location, and preference for direct government dealing.
- Item Availability & Commerciality: Inventory status, quantity sensitivity, commercial item status, catalog/price listing, and modifications.
- Delivery & Contract Preferences: Best delivery time, interest in Firm Fixed Price contracts, willingness to submit an offer, F.O.B. Origin acceptability, and minimum order.
- Pricing & Cost Factors: Quantity/price breaks and dominant cost-driving factors.
- Physical Characteristics: Unit size and weight.
Source Approval Request (SAR) Process
Companies interested in becoming an "Approved Source" must submit an application package through the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. A SAR package requires technical data to demonstrate the ability to manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Further details on the SAR program are available on the DLA Land and Maritime website.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 11, 2026, by 03:59 AM EST (Market Survey due March 24, 2026, by COB)
- Published Date: February 24, 2026
Evaluation
Responses to this market survey will be used by DLA Land and Maritime to gather information from potential suppliers, help generate a realistic and beneficial solicitation, and determine the most appropriate contract type and acquisition strategy. This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Amber Weaver at amber.weaver@dla.mil.