RING GAUGE ASSEMBLY : 4920
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 to identify potential manufacturers for a RING GAUGE ASSEMBLY (NSN 4920-01-189-8711). The government currently lacks adequate data or rights to data to purchase this part from additional sources, indicated by an AMC/AMSC of "3 Q." This market research aims to expand the approved source list beyond the current supplier, BAE SYSTEMS CONTROLS INC. Responses are due by April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks to identify companies capable of manufacturing the specified RING GAUGE ASSEMBLY. The government's current status (AMC "3 Q") signifies a need to acquire directly from the actual manufacturer, with ongoing efforts to obtain necessary data for future competition. Potential sources are requested to provide information regarding their ability to manufacture these items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 03:59 AM UTC
- Published: April 17, 2026, 01:29 PM UTC
- Contract Specialist: Logan McLaughlin (logan.mclaughlin@dla.mil)
Purpose & Submission
The primary purpose is to gather information from potential suppliers to shape future solicitations and achieve breakout to competition. Companies interested in becoming an approved source can submit an application package through the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. This program requires contractors to demonstrate their product's equivalence or superiority to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)'s item. The market survey questionnaire (Market Survey Blank Revised Form.docx) requests detailed information including:
- Business size and type (Manufacturer/Dealer)
- CAGE code and manufacturing location
- Commercial item determination and pricing information
- Interest in Firm Fixed Price contracts, delivery timeframes, and minimum order quantities
- Technical details such as hazardous material content and packaging requirements.
Additional Notes
The AMC "3 Q" designation indicates that while breakout to competition has not yet been achieved, current actions are underway to obtain the necessary data or rights, and competition is expected. This part may be a candidate for reverse engineering or other techniques to obtain technical data. The market survey specifies a quantity of 4, with a 100% option for 8 units.