PARTS KIT, GUN
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 for manufacturers of "PARTS KIT, GUN" (NSN: 1005-01-383-0168). This market research aims to identify potential sources for a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC). Responses are due by April 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
DLA is seeking information on companies capable of manufacturing the specified NSN. Respondents are requested to provide:
- Identification of sources with manufacturing capability.
- Location (City and State OR Country) of the manufacturer.
- Points of Contact (POCs) for these manufacturers, if available.
Two key documents accompany this request:
- Market Research LTC Spreadsheet (CL26070004 Market Research LTC Spreadsheet NSN info.xlsx): This Excel spreadsheet requires detailed input on pricing, estimated annual demand quantity (ADQ), delivery times, and manufacturing capabilities for the NSN. It includes fields for CAGE, approved company/source, part/drawing numbers, NAICS, and questions regarding minimum quantities and manufacturer status.
- Market Research LTC Questionnaire (CL26070004 Market Research LTC Questionnaire.docx): This Word document gathers comprehensive company information (size, SBA classifications, manufacturer/distributor status), interest in an LTC, preferred contract periods, willingness to provide certified cost/pricing data, commerciality of items, and delivery limitations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Purpose: To gather information for a potential Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, 7:00 PM ET.
- Published: April 7, 2026.
Evaluation
Responses will be used by DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) to develop a realistic and beneficial solicitation, shape the acquisition strategy, and determine potential small business participation for the future contract.
Additional Notes
All information should be submitted to Deonna Coleman at Deonna.Coleman@dla.mil or by phone at 614-852-6446. The questionnaire requests completion within 5 business days of receipt, and the spreadsheet is crucial for understanding government demand and indicating supplier capabilities.