Sources Sought for NSN 1650-00-677-5594
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 companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining NSN 1650-00-677-5594, a linear actuating cylinder. This item is currently produced by Tactair Fluid Controls Inc. (CAGE 70236) under part number 6-1035. Responses are due by June 3, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Purpose & Scope
This notice serves as market research to determine industry capabilities for the specified linear actuating cylinder, which is categorized under Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum, and De-Icing System Components (PSC 1650). It is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. The Weapon System Designator Code is 04F.
Source Approval Request (SAR) Process
Interested parties who believe they are qualified to manufacture or legitimately obtain this item are invited to submit a response. Additionally, companies desiring to become an "Approved Source" for this item must submit an application package through the Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. The attached "Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook (JACG SAM HB 03-16-11)" provides comprehensive guidance on the SAR process, including:
- Steps and documentation for SARs.
- Technical and quality requirements.
- Processes for reverse engineering and Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA).
- Site surveys and audits.
A SAR package requires technical data demonstrating the prospective contractor can competently manufacture the product to the same or better quality than the currently approved item.
Submission Details
- Responses to Sources Sought: Email to Gladys Brown (gladys.brown@dla.mil) by June 3, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- SAR Submissions (if open solicitation): Submit directly to the buyer noted on the solicitation.
- SAR Submissions (if no open solicitation): Send to DLA Weapons Support SAR Program Office, Attn: DLA AVN-DU (SAR Program Manager), 6090 Strathmore Rd., Richmond, VA 23237.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Primary Point of Contact: Gladys Brown, Acquisition Specialist, gladys.brown@dla.mil, 445-737-4113.