Sources Sought for NSN 1440-01-319-8871
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 is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining NSN 1440-01-319-8871, a linear electro-mechanical actuator. This item is currently produced by Marvin Engineering Co. Inc. and Raytheon Company. This is for market research purposes only and is not a request for offer or a solicitation. Responses are due by June 8, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Requirement Details
DLA seeks to determine the availability of additional qualified sources for the specified linear electro-mechanical actuator. The Product Service Code (PSC) for this item is 1440 (Launchers, Guided Missile).
Submission & Source Approval
Interested parties should email their responses to Gladys Brown (gladys.brown@dla.mil). Companies wishing to be reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" for this item must submit an application package through the Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. The SAR process is detailed in the attached "Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook" (JACG SAM HB 03-16-11.pdf). This handbook outlines requirements for SAR packages, technical reviews, quality assurance, and the types of sources considered (e.g., OEMs, licensed manufacturers, repair facilities). A SAR package must demonstrate the prospective contractor's ability to competently manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the currently approved item.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 8, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: June 2, 2026
Important Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government. No funds are available to pay for the preparation of responses.