SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HEAD - 06F /AIRCRAFT, HERCULES C-130
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) Weapons Support (Richmond) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for SCREW, CAP, SOCKET HEAD (NSN 5305-01-088-7426, P/N CA21089-4-2HS). This initiative aims to identify additional companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining this item, which is currently sole-sourced. The item is designated for AIRCRAFT, HERCULES C-130. Responses are due by April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The DLA seeks to determine market capability for a specific aircraft part:
- Item: SCREW, CAP, SOCKET HEAD
- NSN: 5305-01-088-7426
- Part Number: CA21089-4-2HS
- Current Sole Source: HOWMET GLOBAL FASTENING SYSTEMS INC. The goal is to broaden the supply base for this critical component.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 8, 2026
- Published: April 3, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to manufacture or legitimately obtain the listed supplies are invited to submit a response. Please provide the following information to April Wynn (april.wynn@dla.mil):
- Point(s) of Contact (POCs)
- Location of manufacturer (City & State or Country, if applicable)
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment by the Government. No funds are available for response preparation. Companies wishing to become an "Approved Source" for this item should submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package demonstrating their ability to manufacture the product to an equal or better quality than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). SAR packages for NSNs without an open solicitation should be sent to the DLA Weapon Support (Richmond) SAR Program Office.