"NSN 3040-01-294-4866, SHAFT,SHOULDERED, WSDC: YLN, HELICOPTER, SEAHAWK, H-60.”
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) Weapons Support is conducting market research through this Sources Sought notice to identify capable sources for the new manufacture of SHAFT,SHOULDERED (NSN 3040-01-294-4866) for the H-60 Seahawk helicopter. This market research will help determine the procurement method, which may be set-aside for Small Businesses or conducted as Full and Open Competition. Responses are due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the new manufacture of 23 units of Part Number 70351-38131-042, SHAFT,SHOULDERED. Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment. This includes:
- Procurement and manufacture of component parts.
- Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping.
- Potential responsibilities for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production, long-lead time parts procurement, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources/material shortages.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 333613 (Machine Tool Manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: May be set-aside for Small Businesses or Full and Open Competition.
- Response Due: February 9, 2026 (Close of Business)
- Published: February 3, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should provide:
- Organization details: name, address, email, website, phone, size, and type of ownership.
- Tailored capability statements with supporting documentation, addressing organizational and staff capabilities.
- If subcontracting/teaming is anticipated, details on administrative and management structures.
Evaluation
The government will evaluate responses to assess market capacity to:
- Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
- Apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement successful project management, including tight schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, key personnel, and risk mitigation.
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and the government will not accept telephone inquiries or provide feedback on submissions. Approved sources include Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (CAGE 78286). For Source Approval Requests (SARs), email dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with the subject "Request a SAR drop off", including CAGE code, NSN, and email for the DoDSafe link.