Shaft Shouldered. NSN :3040-01-187-2914
Overview
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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 Sources Sought market research to identify qualified manufacturers for Shaft Shouldered (NSN 3040-01-187-2914). This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) but aims to gather information for a potential future fixed-price solicitation. Responses, including a completed Market Research Questionnaire, are due by March 3, 2026.
Purpose
The primary purpose of this notice is to identify sources capable of manufacturing NSN 3040-01-187-2914, described as a "Shaft Shouldered." The DLA seeks to ensure a realistic and beneficial solicitation by understanding industry capabilities and interest. The current approved source is Triumph Gear Systems Inc (CAGE 82402) with Part Number 42357-87.
Scope of Interest
This market research targets manufacturers of the specified Shaft Shouldered. For alternate offerors, a complete data package, including data for both the approved and alternate part, is required for evaluation. The relevant NAICS code is 333613 (Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing).
Information Requested
Potential suppliers are asked to complete a Market Research Questionnaire, providing details on:
- Company Information: Name, CAGE Code, DUNS, contact details.
- Business Classification: Manufacturer vs. Distributor, Large/Small Business status (including SBA classifications).
- Product Information: Manufacturing location, whether the item is made in-house or by a third party.
- SAM Registration: Confirmation of active SAM registration.
- Pricing: Unit price sensitivity, estimated unit price, willingness to quote options, and preference for pricing structures.
- Cost Data: Ability to provide certified Cost or Pricing Data if required (for contracts exceeding $2,500,000).
- Commerciality: Whether the item is commercial per FAR 2.101(b) and willingness to provide proof of commercial sales history.
- Logistics: Ability to provide STD-COM PKG with MIL-STD-129 Markings, estimated delivery times, and maximum monthly delivery quantity.
- Technical Details: Presence of hazardous materials or precious metals, and need for Government Furnished Property/Material.
Compliance Requirements
This requirement involves Covered Defense Information, necessitating adherence to the NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Methodology. Contractors with questions regarding assessment should contact their DCMA representative.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 3, 2026, by 3:00 PM ET
- Published: February 23, 2026
Submission Instructions
All information, including the completed Market Research Questionnaire, must be submitted to the Contract Specialist, Bolarinwa Adeleye, at bolarinwa.adeleye@dla.mil. Questions can also be directed to this email or by phone at 614-692-9273 (or 614-653-4815 as per document summary).