Sources Sought for NSN 2520-01-413-0080
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 (Columbus) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI) for project CL26070003. The agency seeks to identify qualified sources capable of providing PROPELLER SHAFT WIT (NSN 2520-01-413-0080) on an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) basis. This is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). Responses are due by April 11, 2026.
Purpose
The primary purpose of this RFI is to gather comprehensive information from potential suppliers to aid DLA in developing a realistic and beneficial solicitation for a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). This includes understanding supplier capabilities, market conditions, and pricing to optimize the acquisition strategy for both the government and contractors.
Scope of Work
The opportunity focuses on the supply of PROPELLER SHAFT WIT, identified by NSN 2520-01-413-0080. The market survey aims to collect detailed information regarding:
- Supplier Capabilities: Company size, business status (small/large, manufacturer/dealer), employee count, and independence from OEMs.
- Product Commerciality: Whether the item is a commercial product, its catalog/price listing, commercial sales history, and market availability.
- Logistics & Delivery: Preferred Free On Board (FOB) points, maximum and minimum delivery order quantities/dollar values, and estimated delivery times.
- Pricing: Willingness to provide certified cost or pricing data, quantity price break ranges, and pricing preferences (Firm Fixed Price vs. Producer Price Index adjustment).
- Manufacturing Details: Confirmation of actual manufacturer status, CAGE codes, and part/drawing numbers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Agency: DLA Land and Maritime, DLA Weapons Support (Columbus)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 2520 (Vehicular Power Transmission Components)
- NAICS Code: 336350
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 11, 2026, at 03:59 AM EDT
- Published: April 2, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must review and complete two attached documents:
- Market Survey Spreadsheet.xlsx: Requires bidders to provide pricing, estimated annual demand quantity (ADQ), delivery times, maximum quantity, and manufacturing details for NSN 2520-01-413-0080.
- Market Survey SS.pdf (Questionnaire): Covers general interest, commercial aspects, FOB points, delivery, cost data, and other miscellaneous questions.
Completed documents should be returned to Mia.Proskurenko@dla.mil by the specified deadline.
Additional Notes
This notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes. It does not constitute an RFP, nor does it imply any obligation for the Government to contract for any supply or service. Responses will be used for market research to inform future acquisition strategies.