SLAT ASSEMBLY
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) Maritime-Mechanicsburg is conducting a Sources Sought / Market Survey to identify potential suppliers for SLAT ASSEMBLY (NSN: 5865 017140832, P/N: 8704580G03). This is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. The agency seeks to gather data to inform the development of a future solicitation. Responses are due by April 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Scope
This market survey aims to understand industry capabilities and the commercial availability of the specified SLAT ASSEMBLY. DLA Maritime-Mechanicsburg is collecting information to ensure any subsequent solicitation is realistic and beneficial. This includes assessing the item's commercial status, potential modifications, and supply chain dynamics.
Information Requested from Suppliers
Suppliers are asked to provide details on:
- Item Availability: Current inventory and normal delivery times.
- Commerciality: Whether the item is commercial, COTS, or a modified commercial item, with evidence of commercial sales/licenses if applicable.
- Pricing & Quantity: Recommended quantity ranges for better pricing and minimum delivery order quantity/dollar value.
- Terms: Acceptability of FOB Origin and Inspection/Acceptance Origin.
- Company Details: Number of employees (company and parent), manufacturer details (if a dealer).
- Manufacturing: Last manufactured date, for whom, and ability to manufacture similar parts.
- Materials: Dominant materials and their percentage of the item.
- Future Considerations: Potential requirement for cost or pricing data for contracts over $800,000 and willingness to accept option years with an Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clause.
Submission Details
Interested sources should complete the market survey document and return it via email to the contracting contact by the specified closing date. This is a voluntary submission, and no funds are available for the preparation of responses.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 23, 2026, 3:37 PM ET
Additional Notes
This announcement does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the U.S. Government to award a contract. Responses are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this notice.