NSN 1680-002497137, BALLSCREW ASSEMBLY

SOL #: SPE4A726R0298Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

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

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

No NAICS code specified

PSC

No PSC code specified

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Dec 12, 2025
2
Last Updated
Feb 2, 2026
3
Response Deadline
Dec 16, 2025, 11:00 AM

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 preparing to issue an Unrestricted Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for BALLSCREW ASSEMBLY (NSN: 1680-002497137) for the C-5 aircraft. This procurement is for a base period of 5 years with an estimated annual quantity of 200 units. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about February 20, 2026, with responses due by March 23, 2026.

Scope of Work

This opportunity is for the supply of BALLSCREW ASSEMBLY, specifically NSN: 1680-002497137, IQC PR: 1000218764. The part is manufactured by several approved sources including LINEAR MOTION LLC, THOMAS INSTRUMENT, INCORPORATED, BEAVER AEROSPACE & DEFENSE, INC., and MISTEQUAY GROUP LTD. The estimated annual quantity is 200 units. Delivery of production units will be required 300 days after government approval. The Free On Board (FOB) terms are at origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at destination (Richmond, VA).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
  • Duration: 5-year base period, with zero (0) options.
  • Set-Aside: Unrestricted
  • Estimated Annual Quantity: 200 each
  • Delivery: 300 days after government approval
  • FOB: Origin
  • Inspection/Acceptance: Destination
  • Solicitation Issue Date: On or about February 20, 2026
  • Response Due: March 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST
  • Published: February 2, 2026

Additional Notes

The solicitation will be made available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP. Interested parties should navigate to the "Requests for Proposal (RFP) / Invitation for Bid (IFB)" section under "SOLICITATIONS" and search for the RFP. The solicitation will be in PDF format, requiring Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing. Paper copies will not be provided. For inquiries, contact Ryan Loeffelholz at ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil or 804-279-1452.

People

Points of Contact

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11F | C-5 | BALLSCREW ASSEMBLY | GovScope