NSN 2540-01-436-4175 (SEAT, VEHICULAR)
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) Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought for vehicular seats (NSN 2540-01-436-4175). This market research aims to identify potential suppliers for a future Long-Term Contract (LTC), anticipated to have a 3-year base period and two option years, totaling 5 years. Responses are due by April 17, 2026.
Purpose
This Sources Sought notice is for market research purposes to gather information from potential suppliers. The collected data will inform the DLA about industry capabilities, interest in long-term contracts, pricing structures, commerciality of items, and delivery considerations, ultimately shaping a realistic and beneficial future solicitation for vehicular seats.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for SEAT, VEHICULAR under National Stock Number (NSN) 2540-01-436-4175. An attached spreadsheet provides critical item data, including the NSN, nomenclature, CAGE Code, part number, Acquisition Method Codes, NAICS Code, and estimated annual demand quantity (ADQ). It also includes fields for contractors to propose quantity price break ranges, estimated delivery times, and maximum/minimum quantities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research for a potential Long-Term Contract (LTC) / Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC).
- Duration: Potential 3-year base period with 2 option years (total 5 years).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: April 17, 2026.
- Published: April 9, 2026.
Evaluation
Responses to this market survey will be used to determine potential sources, assess industry capabilities, and inform the structure of a future solicitation. DLA is seeking information on:
- Company Profile: Business size, SBA classifications, and manufacturer/distributor status.
- Contract Interest: Willingness to participate in a Long-Term Contract, preferred duration, and potential for quantity price breaks.
- Pricing & Commerciality: Understanding of certified cost/pricing data requirements and ability to provide evidence of commercial sales.
- Delivery Capabilities: Production limitations and applicability of minimum delivery order quantities.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties must review the attached Market Survey Questionnaire and Spreadsheet. Completed documents should be returned to Anna Douglass at anna.douglass@dla.mil by the response deadline.