Sources Sought RFI - 005185974 BELLOWS, PRESSURE
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 (Columbus) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for a one-time buy of BELLOWS, PRESSURE (NSN 3010005185974). This notice is for market research purposes only and is not a request for quotes or proposals. A formal solicitation will be synopsized separately later. Responses to the attached market survey are due by Close of Business (COB) on February 11, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
DLA is seeking to identify potential sources for the NSN 3010005185974, BELLOWS, PRESSURE. The estimated quantity is 122 units. The NAICS code for this requirement is 333612 with a business size standard of 750 employees. The item requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Currently approved sources include SENIOR OPERATIONS LLC, KINEMOTIVE CORPORATION, HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC, and SERVICE & SALES INC.
Alternate Source Qualification
Companies wishing to become an "Approved Source" must submit an application package through the DLA Weapons Support Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. This program requires contractors to demonstrate their ability to manufacture the product to the same or higher quality standards as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Detailed information on the SAR program is available on the DLA Weapons Support website under the "Alternate Offer/Source Approval Program" section.
Market Survey Details
The attached market survey requests information from vendors, including:
- Business size (Large or Small Business for NAICS 333612)
- Supplier type (Manufacturer or Dealer)
- Manufacturing origin
- Sales channel preference (Direct to Government or through Dealers)
- Inventory status
- Commercial item status and supporting documentation
- Willingness to accept a Firm Fixed Price contract
- Offer intent and approximate delivery timeline
- Acceptability of F.O.B. Origin shipping terms
- Minimum order and quantity break information
- Identification of salient features/cost drivers
- Unit size and weight
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: 3010 (Torque Converters And Speed Changers)
- NAICS: 333612
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Market Survey Response Due: February 11, 2026 (COB)
- Published Date: February 3, 2026
Action Items
Interested sources should complete the attached market survey and return it to the POC email listed within the survey by the specified deadline. For SAR program details, refer to the DLA Weapons Support website.