NSN: 5330012545319 Gasket
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 to identify additional manufacturers for Gasket NSN: 5330-01-254-5319. The current approved source is TRANTER PHE INC. This market research aims to broaden the supplier base for this critical item. Responses are due May 25, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This notice seeks to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing the specified gasket. The current acquisition method (AMC "3") indicates direct acquisition from the actual manufacturer for subsequent procurements. While the annual buy value is below the screening threshold (AMSC "L"), DLA has screened for additional known sources and is now seeking further industry input.
Action for Industry
Companies interested in manufacturing this gasket should review the NSN and provide information on their capabilities. All information must be submitted directly to the Contract Specialist by the response date.
Source Approval Process
Firms wishing to become an "Approved Source" for this item may submit an application package through the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. A SAR package requires technical data to demonstrate that the prospective contractor can competently manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Further details on the SAR program are available on the DLA Land and Maritime website at https://www.dla.mil/Land-and-Maritime/Business/Selling/Alternate-Offers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: 5330 (Packing And Gasket Materials)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 25, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 11, 2026
Contact Information
Contract Specialist: George Sawyer (George.Sawyer@dla.mil)