PROJECT CM26070004
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 market research through a Sources Sought notice for FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID (NSN 4330-01-409-0092). This initiative aims to identify qualified manufacturers capable of producing these filter elements, which require engineering source approval. Responses, including a completed market survey, are due by April 9, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
DLA Land and Maritime seeks to identify potential sources for the manufacture of FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID (NSN 4330-01-409-0092). The item is designated with AMC/AMSC 1/C, indicating a requirement for engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Existing approved sources include UNITED FILTERS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, FILTER TECHNOLOGY, INC, and PALL TRINCOR. Companies interested in becoming an "Approved Source" must submit an Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) package through the DLA Land and Maritime program, demonstrating their ability to manufacture the item to the same or higher quality standards as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
Market Research Documents
Two key documents support this market research:
- Market Research LTC Spreadsheet NSN info.xlsx: An Excel spreadsheet for vendors to provide pricing, delivery capabilities, and manufacturing status for the specified NSN, including estimated annual demand and quantity price breaks.
- Market Research LTC Questionnaire.docx: A questionnaire from DLA Land and Maritime's Strategic Acquisition Programs Directorate (SAPD) designed to gather comprehensive company information, assess interest in a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC), inquire about cost/pricing data, commercial item status, and delivery limitations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Potential Future Contract: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC)
- Response Due: April 9, 2026, by 8:30 PM ET
- Published: April 16, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
Action & Next Steps
This is strictly for informational and planning purposes and is not a solicitation. Responses will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method and understanding market capabilities. Interested sources should complete the attached market survey (spreadsheet and questionnaire) and return them via email to Mindy Cook (mindy.cook@dla.mil). Companies wishing to become an approved source must follow the SAR program guidelines detailed on the DLA Land and Maritime webpage.