PULLEY, FLAT 28
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 PULLEY, FLAT 28 (NSN 3020-01-461-2732). This is for market research purposes only to identify qualified businesses capable of a one-time buy of approximately 230 units. This item is a Critical Safety Item (CSI) for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment and must be manufactured by approved sources. Responses are due by April 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks information on the availability and capability of potential sources for NSN 3020-01-461-2732, part number 626857-3, manufactured according to Navy drawings. The attached market survey questionnaire requests detailed information including:
- Company Information: Name, CAGE Code, size (Large/Small Business, specific SBA classifications), and distribution network.
- Capabilities: EDI capability, manufacturing complexity, experience with similar items, and certifications (EJCP/NIST).
- Pricing & Commerciality: Primary cost drivers, willingness to provide certified Cost or Pricing Data (FAR 15.408), and commercial item status (FAR 2.101(b)) with supporting documentation.
- Logistics & Testing: Acceptability of FOB Destination, estimated delivery times, and willingness for First Article Testing or Production Lot Testing.
- Price Estimate: An estimated unit price to help determine FAR dollar thresholds.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (SPE7M225R0013)
- Purpose: To determine the appropriate acquisition method for a one-time buy of approximately 230 units.
- Set-Aside: None specified for this market research phase.
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: April 3, 2026, 12:38 PM UTC
- NAICS Code: 333612 (Business Size: 750 employees)
Evaluation
Responses will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method and potential small business participation. This is not a request for proposals, quotations, or bids, and the Government will not pay for information received.
Additional Notes
Interested parties must be approved sources. Becoming an approved source requires completing a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. The item requires Enhanced JCP Certification. Vendors unable to access technical data via DLA cFolders must submit a one-time request to jcpvalidation@dla.mil for access consideration. Inquiries after submission should be directed to DLAJ344DataCustodian@dla.mil. The market survey should be returned to Susan Lupo via email at susan.lupo@dla.mil.