NSN 1615001724520; YOKE,TAIL ROTOR; WSDC C4N; APPL H-1

SOL #: SPE4A526R0157Sources 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

Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms And Components (1615)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 11, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Mar 16, 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 capable manufacturers for YOKE,TAIL ROTOR (NSN 1615-00-172-4520). This market research aims to find additional sources beyond the currently approved manufacturer, BELL TEXTRON INC. Responses are due by March 16, 2026.

Scope of Work

DLA Aviation is seeking sources capable of manufacturing YOKE,TAIL ROTOR, identified by NSN 1615-00-172-4520. The required quantity is 36.00 EA. Interested parties should provide details on their manufacturing capabilities, including location (city and state), and points of contact. The currently approved source for this item is BELL TEXTRON INC (CAGE 97499).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: March 16, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
  • Published: March 11, 2026

Submission Instructions

Interested manufacturers must submit their Source Approval Requests (SARs) via a DoDSafe link. To obtain this link, send an email to dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with the subject line "Request a SAR drop off". The email must include your CAGE code, the NSN (1615-00-172-4520), and the email address where you wish to receive the DoDSafe link. Submissions should be directed to the primary point of contact, Landry Henderson.

Additional Notes

This notice is for market research purposes only to identify potential sources and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee future procurement.

People

Points of Contact

Landry HendersonPRIMARY
Mary WilliamsSECONDARY

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