PROJECT CM26070009
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 market research to identify qualified manufacturers for FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID (NSN 4330-01-409-0092). This initiative aims to gather information for a potential future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC). Responses, including completed market survey documents, are due by April 9, 2026.
Purpose
This notice is strictly for market research and planning purposes, not a solicitation for proposals. The Government seeks to obtain information regarding the capability and availability of businesses able to manufacture the specified filter element. The collected data will assist DLA in determining the appropriate acquisition method and shaping the requirements for a future contract.
Scope of Work & Requirements
The opportunity focuses on CLIN 0001: 4330-01-409-0092 FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID. Current approved sources include UNITED FILTERS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, FILTER TECHNOLOGY, INC, and PALL TRINCOR. The item's AMC/AMSC designation (1/C) indicates that while suitable for competitive acquisition, new sources require engineering source approval due to existing data rights and manufacturing knowledge held by approved sources. Alternate sources must qualify through the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program, demonstrating their product is equal to or better than the currently approved item.
Submission Requirements
Interested sources should:
- Review the provided NSN and current approved sources.
- Complete the attached "CM26070004 Market Research LTC Questionnaire.docx" which requests company information, business size, interest in LTC, pricing data willingness, and delivery capabilities.
- Fill in the "CM26070004 Market Research LTC Spreadsheet NSN info.xlsx" with details such as quantity price breaks, estimated delivery, and manufacturing status for the NSN.
- Submit all requested information directly to the Contract Specialist, Mindy Cook, via email at mindy.cook@dla.mil.
- Companies seeking "Approved Source" status must submit a comprehensive SAR package as detailed on the DLA Land and Maritime webpage for Alternate Offers.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due Date: April 9, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: April 2, 2026
- Agency: DLA Land and Maritime, DEPT OF DEFENSE
- Primary Point of Contact: Mindy M Cook, Contract Specialist (mindy.cook@dla.mil)
Evaluation
Responses will be used solely for informational and planning purposes to inform future acquisition strategies. This notice does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract, nor will the Government pay for any information received.