PARTS KIT,FASTENER, NSN 1560-017254989, Part-Number 527-13392-4, Weapon System Designator Code 05F

SOL #: SPE4A726R0652Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION
RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Airframe Structural Components (1560)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jun 3, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 9, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining a PARTS KIT,FASTENER (NSN 1560-017254989, Part-Number 527-13392-4) for Weapon System Designator Code 05F. This is for informational purposes only and is not a request for an offer. Responses are due by June 9, 2026, 6:00 PM ET.

Scope of Requirement

DLA Aviation seeks to determine industry capability for the specified PARTS KIT,FASTENER. Interested parties must demonstrate the ability to either manufacture the item or legitimately obtain it. The item is identified by NSN 1560-017254989 and Part-Number 527-13392-4, supporting Weapon System Designator Code 05F.

Source Approval Request (SAR) Process

Companies interested in becoming an "Approved Source" for this item must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package.

  • SAR Content: A SAR package requires technical data demonstrating the prospective contractor can competently manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the currently approved item.
  • Submission for Open Solicitations: If an open solicitation exists for the NSN, submit the SAR directly to the buyer noted on that solicitation.
  • Electronic Submission (No Open Solicitation): For NSNs without an open solicitation, SARs must be submitted electronically via the DoD SAFE file transmission site (https://safe.apps.mil/). To initiate this, email dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with the subject "request a SAR drop off", including your CAGE code, the NSN, and the email for receiving the link. Mail-in CDs are no longer accepted.
  • Evaluation Criteria: SARs will not be evaluated for items already designated as fully competitive (AMSC "G" coded) or if deemed not cost-effective due to low item demand. Bidders should review the DLA Supplier Requirements Visibility Application (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/ra/srva/default.aspx) for forecasting requirements.
  • Processing Time: The SAR review process can take over 180 days from receipt.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: June 9, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
  • Published: June 3, 2026

Additional Notes

This notice does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government. No funds are available for response preparation. For general inquiries, contact Leslea Newlon at 445-737-9902 or Leslea.Newlon@dla.mil. For SAR-specific questions, email the DLA Aviation SAR analyst at dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil.

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