SHEAVE
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 has issued a Sources Sought Notice for market research to identify qualified Total Small Business firms capable of supplying NSN 3020-00-640-3081, Sheave. This item is an ALRE Critical Application Item, and DLA can only award to approved NAVAIR sources. Responses to the market survey are due by February 26, 2026.
Purpose
This is a Sources Sought Notice for information purposes only, intended to gather market research pursuant to FAR Part 10. It is not a request for proposals, quotations, or bids, nor does it constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. The objective is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of qualified businesses to execute a potential one-time buy for the specified Sheave, assisting the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method.
Scope of Requirement
The Government intends to purchase approximately 213 EA of NSN 3020-00-640-3081, Sheave, which must be manufactured in accordance with NAVAIR Drawings. As DLA can only award to approved NAVAIR sources, contractors interested in becoming an approved source are encouraged to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. The product will be shipped to a DLA stock location.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 333612 (Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Response Due: February 26, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published Date: February 19, 2026
Submission Requirements & Key Information Requested
Interested sources should complete the attached market survey document, "FMVC Market Research 7015050067.docx," and return it via email to Susan Lupo at susan.lupo@dla.mil. The market survey requests comprehensive information including:
- Company Details: Name, CAGE code, contact information, POC.
- Business Status: Manufacturer vs. distributor, small business classifications (8(a), Hubzone, etc.), employee count.
- Technical Capability: Manufacturing experience, EDI capability, primary cost drivers, item complexity, purpose in catapult/arresting gear, EJCP certification, NIST compliance.
- Commerciality & Pricing: Willingness to provide certified cost/pricing data (for contracts over $2M), estimated unit price, and proof of commercial sales history.
- Logistics & Delivery: FOB Destination acceptability, packaging, estimated delivery times, and willingness for First Article Testing or Production Lot Testing.
Additional Notes
Responses to this market survey are crucial for potential suppliers as they will directly influence the upcoming solicitation's contract type, set-aside provisions, pricing considerations, and overall acquisition strategy. This notice is for planning purposes only, and no solicitation exists at this time.