Parts Kit track
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 has issued a Sources Sought notice for a Parts Kit track (NSN: 2530-00-608-2271). This market research aims to identify potential manufacturers for this item, which currently has an Approved Source(s) designation of "1/G". This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks to identify sources capable of manufacturing the specified NSN. Interested parties are requested to:
- Review the NSN and provide information on their ability to manufacture these items.
- Fill out and return the attached market survey to the contract specialist.
Companies wishing to become an "Approved Source" for this NSN 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 the prospective contractor's ability to competently manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 2530 (Vehicular Brake, Steering, Axle, Wheel, And Track Components)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 04:59 AM EST
- Published: February 12, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research purposes to identify potential manufacturers and inform future procurement strategies. The SAR program provides a formal pathway for new sources to be reviewed and qualified.
Additional Notes
Further information on the SAR program, including detailed explanations for the required information and format, can be found on the DLA Weapons Support Columbus web page: https://www.dla.mil/Land-and-Maritime/Business/Selling/Alternate-Offers. All information should be submitted directly to the Contract Specialist.