NUT, SELF-LOCKING HE
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 through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources for the new manufacture of Nut, Self-Locking HE (NSN 5310-01-661-8082). This is not a solicitation, but an effort to identify vendors for future procurements. Responses are due May 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Government seeks parties with the interest and resources to support the manufacture of NSN 5310-01-661-8082. This includes furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for new manufacture, encompassing:
- Procurement/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 and material shortages.
The estimated annual quantity is 2,160 each. Technical Orders and Qualification Requirements are currently unavailable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: May 21, 2026
- NAICS Code: 332722 (Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing)
Evaluation
Market information will be evaluated to determine potential market capacity to provide services consistent in scope and scale, apply corporate resources, implement successful project management plans (including compliance with tight schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, key personnel, and risk mitigation), and provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposals. Submission of information is voluntary, and the Government assumes no financial responsibility for incurred costs. The intent is to approve vendors for competition on future buys, not the current one. All responses must be emailed to Renee Griffin (renee.griffin@dla.mil).