NSN 2940015587221
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) Columbus, Ohio, is conducting market research (Sources Sought) to identify potential sources, including small businesses, for NSN 2940015587221, "Filter, Element, Fluid." This is not a request for quotes or proposals, but aims to gather capabilities for a potential future Long-Term Contract (LTC) or Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC). Responses are due by March 20, 2026, 4 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
The DLA Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate (SAPD)/ZAA Division is seeking capabilities packages for a commercial, nondevelopmental, or COTS item (AMC 1/AMSC Z) that is suitable for competition. The estimated annual demand for the "Filter, Element, Fluid" is 6082 units. This market research will inform whether any forthcoming solicitation will be conducted as a full and open competition or not.
Key Requirements
The item is a COTS filter element (Product Number: 015587221) with specific DLA packaging requirements (RP001) and technical standards, including strict mercury restrictions. Bidders must ensure compliance with these technical specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 4 PM EST
- Published: March 16, 2026
- Place of Performance: Columbus, OH 43218 USA
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must complete the attached Market Research Survey and a separate spreadsheet requiring vendor fill-in. The survey covers company details (size, status, manufacturer/distributor), interest in LTCs, ability to provide traceability, preferred contract structures, pricing data, commerciality, and delivery capabilities. Responses are for market research only and will not be considered offers; the Government will not reimburse any associated costs. Failure to provide traceability as a distributor could render a future proposal technically unacceptable.
Action Items
Submit capabilities packages, the completed Market Research Survey, and the spreadsheet to tyler.bender@dla.mil with the subject line “CM26035007 – SSS.”