NSN 1560-009031018, Pylon Idler Mount, 22F, Helicopter, Iroquois, HH/UH-1
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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 market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining the Pylon Idler Mount (NSN 1560-00-903-1018, Part Number J12292-1). This item is used on Iroquois HH/UH-1 helicopters (Weapon System Designator Code 22F) and is currently manufactured by Lord Corporation and Bell Textron Inc. Responses are due by March 19, 2026, 9:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The purpose of this notice is to determine industry capability for the supply of NSN 1560-00-903-1018, PYLON IDLER MOUNT. DLA Aviation seeks to identify additional qualified sources to ensure continued availability and competition for this critical airframe structural component.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 19, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
- Published: March 17, 2026
- Contracting Office: DLA Aviation, 6090 Strathmore Rd., Richmond, VA 23237
Submission Requirements
Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to manufacture or legitimately obtain the listed supplies are invited to submit a response via email to Tatjana Klemmer at tatjana.vaughan@dla.mil. Companies desiring to be reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" for this item must submit an application package through the Source Approval Request (SAR) Program, as outlined in the attached JACG SAM HB document. A SAR package requires technical data demonstrating the ability to competently manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the required item.
Important Notes
This is for informational purposes only and is not a request for an offer or a solicitation. It does not constitute a commitment by the Government to award a contract. No funds are available to pay for the preparation of responses, and any information submitted is strictly voluntary.