seal assembly, shaft
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 Seal Assembly, Shaft (NSN 4320-012698849) to identify qualified businesses for a potential long-term Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC). This market research aims to assess industry capabilities and determine the appropriate acquisition method, potentially moving towards full and open competition. Responses are due May 15, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Interest
DLA Weapons Support is considering a long-term contract for the procurement of NSN 4320-012698849, Seal Assembly, Shaft. The item is specified by BASIC DRAWING NR 53711 5773203, Revision G, dated 03/14/2018, Part Piece Number: 5773203-10A, along with several reference drawings. Vendors can access applicable drawings by querying MR012698849 at https://pcf1.bsm.dla.mil/cfolders.
Key Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Agency: DLA Land and Maritime (DLA Weapons Support)
- Product/Service Code: 4320 (Power And Hand Pumps)
- NAICS Code: 333912 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- Contract Type Consideration: Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC), potentially an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a 1-3 year base and up to two 4-year option periods. Delivery orders will be issued as needed with a guaranteed minimum.
- Acquisition Strategy: While the Government currently intends to procure from approved sources due to incomplete unrestricted technical data (10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1)), the item's Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) G indicates that the Government possesses complete technical data, making it a candidate for full and open competition. This market survey is crucial for determining the future acquisition method.
- Information Requested: Vendors are asked to complete a market survey covering company details, commercial item determination, interest in an IDC, preferred contract periods, delivery capabilities (max/min quantity, lead time), and the impact of guaranteed minimums on pricing.
Submission Information
Interested sources must complete the attached market survey questionnaire and submit it via email to Mandy Phipps-Kuhlman at mandy.phipps-kuhlman@dla.mil.
- Response Due Date: May 15, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. EST.
- Contact: Mandy Phipps-Kuhlman (mandy.phipps-kuhlman@dla.mil)
Important Notes
This is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses will assist the Government in determining an appropriate acquisition method. Failure to provide adequate information for price reasonableness may result in solicitation cancellation.