NSN 5935013704770
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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 Synopsis for market research to identify potential sources for NSN 5935013704770, an electrical receptacle connector. This effort aims to gather information on industry capabilities for this critical application item, with an estimated annual demand of 375 units. Responses are due by April 9, 2026, 4 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This market research seeks to identify qualified sources, including small businesses, capable of supplying CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL (NSN 5935013704770). The item is designated with an Acquisition Method Code (AMC) of "1/C," indicating it is suitable for competition but requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Existing approved sources retain data rights and manufacturing knowledge. Alternate sources must qualify according to approved procedures. The market survey specifically requests information on company size, manufacturer/distributor status, interest in a Long-Term Contract (LTC), ability to provide traceability (critical for non-manufacturers), pricing preferences, compliance with Buy American DFARS, and commercial item status. The item is identified as a "CRITICAL APPLICATION ITEM."
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not a request for quote or proposal)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- NAICS: 334417 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing)
- PSC: 5935 (Connectors, Electrical)
- Place of Performance: Columbus, OH 43218 USA
- Response Due: April 9, 2026, 4 PM EST
- Published: April 2, 2026
Evaluation
This announcement is for market research purposes only, in accordance with FAR Part 10. The Government will use the submitted capability statements and market survey responses to determine whether any forthcoming solicitation will be conducted as a full and open competition or under other acquisition strategies. Responses are not considered offers and will not form a binding contract.
Additional Notes
Interested parties must complete the attached Market Research Survey (CM26033002_Market_Survey.docx) and the NSN Information spreadsheet (CM26033002_NSN_Information.xlsx). All information should be submitted to tyler.bender@dla.mil with the subject line "CM26033002 – SSS". The Government will not reimburse costs associated with submission. Failure to provide traceability as a distributor/dealer will render a future quote technically unacceptable.