NOM: HOUSING,COUPLING WSDC 12F END ITEM: KC-46A, AERIAL REFUELING TANKER PR: 7014230460, NSN: 1680-016847580 IAW P/N: 842-349221-3 RFP: SPE4A526R0203

SOL #: SPE4A526R0203Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION
RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components (1680)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 24, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 29, 2026, 7:00 PM

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 is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential manufacturers for a Housing, Coupling WSDC 12F for the KC-46A Aerial Refueling Tanker. This is for market research purposes only, not a request for proposals. Responses are due by April 29, 2026.

Scope of Interest

DLA Aviation is seeking sources capable of manufacturing NSN: 1680-016847580, specifically Part Number: 842-349221-3. Interested parties should provide details on their manufacturing capabilities, including the city and state of their facility, and points of contact.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: April 29, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET
  • Published: April 24, 2026
  • Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation
  • Product/Service Code: 1680 - Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components
  • End Item: KC-46A, Aerial Refueling Tanker

Additional Notes

This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the government to award a contract. Responses are voluntary, and no funds are available for their preparation. The information gathered will be used for planning purposes.

People

Points of Contact

Tiffany JohnsonSECONDARY

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