LEADING EDGE,AIRCRA, NSN 1560-017285601, XHN F5 AIRCRAFT
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
DLA Aviation is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources for Leading Edge, Aircraft (NSN 1560-01-728-5601), with an estimated requirement of 20 units. This effort will help determine the procurement method for this item, potentially leading to a Small Business Set-Aside or Full and Open Competition. Responses are due by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This market research seeks to identify organizations capable of providing Leading Edge, Aircraft with NSN 1560-01-728-5601 and Part Number 34-24001-1. The estimated requirement is for 20 each. Respondents should demonstrate capacity to provide services consistent in scope and scale, secure corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources, and manage a project plan including cost containment, performance tracking, and risk mitigation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: May be set-aside for Small Businesses or procured through Full and Open Competition.
- Response Due: May 4, 2026 (by close of business)
- Published: April 27, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used to ascertain potential market capacity and determine the method of procurement. This is not a request for proposals, and the government will not provide feedback or evaluations on submissions.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should submit:
- Organization name, address, email, website, telephone, and size/type of ownership.
- Tailored capability statements addressing the effort, with documentation. If subcontracting/teaming is anticipated, address administrative and management structure. Responses must be emailed to Amanda Thomas at Amanda.Thomas@dla.mil by the deadline.
For Source Approval Requests (SAR), email dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with the subject "Request a SAR drop off", including CAGE code, NSN, and email for the DoDSafe link.