NSN 5320-008133922, PIN-RIVET
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 conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for PIN-RIVETs (NSN 5320-008133922), specifically for the STRATOFORTRESS B-52 end item. This effort aims to identify interested parties capable of manufacturing and supplying these critical components. Responses are due April 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
Potential sources shall be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment required for the new manufacture of PIN-RIVETs, including Part Numbers HS5603-5-4 and BACB30MB5-4. This encompasses procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Additionally, potential sources may be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, long-lead time parts procurement, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 332510 (Hardware Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 5320 (Rivets)
- Potential Set-Aside: May be set-aside for Small Businesses or procured through Full and Open Competition.
- Response Due: April 17, 2026
- Published: April 10, 2026
Evaluation
The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to:
- Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
- Secure and apply the full range of corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement a successful project management plan, including compliance with tight program schedules, cost containment, meeting and tracking performance, hiring and retention of key personnel, and risk mitigation.
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and drawings are not available. Interested parties must submit organization details and tailored capability statements. Companies desiring to be reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. To receive a DoDSafe link for SAR submission, email dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with your CAGE code, the NSN, and the email address where you want to receive the link. Technical Orders and Qualification Requirements are not available.