LTC for NSN: 2990011479284

SOL #: CL25342025Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA LAND AND MARITIME
COLUMBUS, OH, 43218-3990, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336310)

PSC

Miscellaneous Engine Accessories, Nonaircraft (2990)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 23, 2026
2
Last Updated
Feb 24, 2026
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Response Deadline
Mar 3, 2026, 4:59 AM

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) Weapons Support is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers for a Long-Term Contract (LTC) for NSN: 2990-011479284, VALVE, POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION. This Sources Sought notice aims to gather information to inform a future solicitation. Responses, including a completed market survey and spreadsheet, are due by March 2, 2026.

Scope of Interest

DLA is seeking business concerns interested in manufacturing this specific valve. The future contract will require Contractor First Article Testing and adherence to Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements. Access to export-controlled technical data for this item requires an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification and DLA approval, following specific training and questionnaires.

Key Requirements & Information

  • Item Details: The item is a VALVE, POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (NSN 2990-011479284), designated as a Critical Application Item. Approved manufacturers and part numbers are listed on the Market Research Spreadsheet.
  • Technical Specifications: Bidders must review detailed packaging instructions (MIL-STD-2073-1E), marking (MIL-STD-129), and palletization (RP001) requirements. Other critical references include RQ032 (Export Control), RD005 & RD004 (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2), and various quality assurance provisions.
  • Market Research Questionnaire: This questionnaire seeks comprehensive information on company details (CAGE, DUNS, size/status, SBA classifications), prior DLA/DoD experience, interest in LTCs (preferred length, pricing structures, risk assessment), capability to provide Certified Cost or Pricing Data, commerciality assessment, logistics (FOB Destination, packaging), delivery capabilities, and willingness for First Article Testing. It also includes questions on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions reporting.
  • Market Research Spreadsheet: This spreadsheet requires input on supplier information, demand and pricing (annual demand quantity, price break ranges), estimated delivery times, maximum quantities, item characteristics (manufacturer status, commercial item, hazardous material), and supplier capabilities (cost/pricing data, invoices, drawings, GSA schedule availability).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Purpose: To inform the development of a realistic and beneficial solicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) or Long-Term Contract (LTC).
  • Set-Aside: None specified at this market research stage; the questionnaire explores small business classifications.
  • Response Due: March 2, 2026 (for market survey and spreadsheet). The official response date for the notice is March 3, 2026.
  • Published: February 24, 2026.

Response Instructions

Interested sources should complete the attached Market Survey Questionnaire and Market Research Spreadsheet and return them to Marshall Lynn at marshall.lynn@dla.mil by the specified deadline.

Additional Notes

This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. A separate solicitation will be synopsized later.

People

Points of Contact

Marshall LynnPRIMARY
Norma BrookinsSECONDARY

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