NSN 5306-017060660, BOLT,SHEAR

SOL #: SPE4A626R0123Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

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

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

Bolt (332722)

PSC

Bolts (5306)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Jan 5, 2026
2
Last Updated
Jan 15, 2026
3
Response Deadline
Jan 9, 2026, 9:30 PM

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 has issued a presolicitation for BOLT,SHEAR (NSN 5306-017060660) for the AIRCRAFT, STRATOLIFTER C/KC-135. This opportunity seeks to procure a quantity of 302 each. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued on or around January 26, 2026, with proposals due by January 29, 2026.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for the supply of BOLT,SHEAR, specifically NSN 5306-017060660, for use in the AIRCRAFT, STRATOLIFTER C/KC-135. The procurement quantity is 302 units. Required delivery is 166 days ARO (After Receipt of Order).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Presolicitation (leading to a solicitation)
  • Set-Aside: Unrestricted, other than full and open
  • Quantity: 302 each
  • Required Delivery: 166 days ARO
  • Solicitation Issue Date: On or around January 26, 2026
  • Proposal Due: January 29, 2026
  • Published: January 15, 2026

Evaluation

The final contract award decision will be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as detailed in the upcoming solicitation. A Reverse Auction may be conducted, and offerors are encouraged to self-register and review training tools on the ProcureX system (dla.procurexinc.com) to prepare.

Additional Notes

The solicitation will be available via the DIBBS Website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on its issue date. Approved sources of supply include: THE BOEING COMPANY, VALLEY-TODECO, INC., SPS TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, SPACE-LOK, INC., FEDERAL MANUFACTURING CORP, and HOWMET GLOBAL FASTENING SYSTEMS INC, for part number BACB30US7K24Y or BACB30US7K24MY.

People

Points of Contact

Keisha BrooksSECONDARY

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