PISTON, HYDRAULIC FL
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 via a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources for the new manufacture of NSN 1650-01-286-5223, Piston, Hydraulic Fl. This item is currently produced by Hydro-Aire Aerospace Corp. The purpose is to determine the method of procurement for future buys. Responses are due February 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The government seeks parties capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the item. This includes procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Additionally, potential sources may be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets. The estimated annual quantity is 80 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Response Due: February 10, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: February 5, 2026
Evaluation
Market information will be evaluated to ascertain industry capacity to: 1) provide services consistent in scope and scale; 2) secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources; 3) implement a successful project management plan (including compliance with schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, key personnel, and risk mitigation); and 4) provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and submission of information is purely voluntary. The intent is to identify and approve vendors for future competitive buys, not for the current procurement. Technical Orders and Qualification Requirements are not available. All responses must be emailed to Renee Griffin (renee.griffin@dla.mil).