NSN: 1560013957439, SPAR,AIRCRAFT, WSDC: 05F,STRATOLIFTER KC-135
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) Aviation is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential manufacturers for NSN 1560-01-395-7439, SPAR, AIRCRAFT, STRATOLIFTER KC-135, specifically Part Number: 5-85677-2. This market research aims to gather information on industry capabilities. Responses are due April 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks to identify sources capable of manufacturing the specified aircraft spar. Respondents are requested to provide their company's location (city and state) and points of contact.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Informational Purposes Only)
- Product Service Code: 1560 (Airframe Structural Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 25, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
- Published: April 20, 2026
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA, United States
Evaluation
This is not a request for proposal and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. Responses are for informational purposes only and will be used to identify potential sources. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement.
Additional Notes
No funds are available to pay for the preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents is strictly voluntary. Interested parties should submit their information to Cheryl Broadie at Cheryl.Broadie@dla.mil.