NSN 1615-00-439-5600; CASE, MAIN TRANSMISSION; WSDC 25F; APPL H1
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 capable manufacturers for NSN 1615-00-439-5600, "CASE, MAIN TRANSMISSION." This component is for helicopter rotor blades and drive mechanisms. The agency is seeking sources for 21 units. Responses are due by June 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice aims to identify sources capable of manufacturing the specified item. Interested parties should provide their company's location (city and state) and points of contact for these manufacturing capabilities. The current approved source for this item is BELL TEXTRON INC/CAGE 97499.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 8, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Product Service Code: 1615 (Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms And Components)
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research purposes to identify potential manufacturers and assess industry capabilities for this specific NSN. This is not a request for proposals and does not guarantee a future solicitation.
Additional Notes
Source Approval Requests (SARs) can only be received by DLA Aviation via a DoDSafe link. To obtain a DoDSafe link, interested parties must send an email to dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with the subject line "Request a SAR drop off." The email should include the company's CAGE code, the NSN (1615-00-439-5600), and the email address where the DoDSafe link should be sent. A DoDSafe drop-off link will then be provided for SAR submission.