NSN 1680-015818998, INSULATION BLANKET.
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 issuing a Sources Sought Notice to conduct market research for NSN 1680-015818998, INSULATION BLANKET. The agency seeks to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining this item. Responses are due June 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
DLA Aviation is seeking potential sources for NSN 1680-015818998, INSULATION BLANKET. This item is currently manufactured by The Boeing Company (CAGE 77272) and PAR Defense Industries (CAGE 7DWH2). The purpose is to determine if other companies can manufacture or legitimately obtain this specific insulation blanket.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 20, 2026, at 6:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: June 16, 2026
Evaluation
This is for informational purposes only and is not a request for an offer or a solicitation. Responses will be used to identify potential "Approved Sources" for the item. The government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement, and no funds are available for response preparation.
Additional Notes
Companies interested in being reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" should contact the DLA Aviation Small Business Office by sending a SAR Drop Off Request to DLAAVNSMALLBUS@DLA.MIL. The email subject should be "REQUEST SAR DROP-OFF" and the body must include a point of contact email, NSN, and CAGE code. Interested parties can also notify the buyer, Ryan Loeffelholz (ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil), for informational purposes.