Sources Sought for NSN 160-01-642-2829
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 conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential manufacturers or legitimate suppliers for NSN 1650-01-642-2829, a fluid filter element. This item is currently produced by PTI Technologies Inc. and Purolator Facet Inc. The purpose is to determine industry capability. Responses are due by June 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought Notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for an offer or a solicitation. The DLA seeks to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining the specified fluid filter element. The Weapon System Designator Code for this item is E2A.
Source Approval Request (SAR) Program
Companies interested in becoming an "Approved Source" for this item are encouraged to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. The attached "Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook JACG SAM HB 03-16-11.pdf" provides comprehensive guidance on the SAR process. This handbook details requirements for technical data, quality assurance, manufacturing processes, and site surveys, particularly for Critical Safety Items (CSIs).
SAR packages for NSNs without an open solicitation should be sent to the DLA Weapons Support SAR Program Office at 6090 Strathmore Rd., Richmond, VA 23237, Attn: DLA AVN-DU (SAR Program Manager).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Item: NSN 1650-01-642-2829, fluid filter element
- Product Service Code: 1650 (Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum And De Icing System Components)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 8, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: June 2, 2026
Submission & Contact
All responses to this Sources Sought Notice must be emailed to the Primary Point of Contact:
- Name: Gladys Brown
- Title: Acquisition Specialist
- Email: gladys.brown@dla.mil
- Phone: 445-737-4113
Additional Notes
No funds are available to pay for the preparation of responses. Any information submitted is strictly voluntary. This announcement does not obligate the Government to award a contract.