SOURCES SOUGHT_EAV HINGE ARM FAIRING SEAL
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) Maritime - Puget Sound, on behalf of DLA Weapons Support, has issued a Sources Sought Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Globe Composite for EAV Hinge Arm Fairing Seals. This notice is for market research to determine if other qualified sources exist. Responses are due by April 26, 2026, 08 AM Pacific Time.
Purpose & Scope
DLA Weapons Support intends to procure two specific EAV Hinge Arm Fairing Seals (GCS: 01-10-0112, B4439091A-55 and GCS: 01-10-0113, B4439091A-56). A Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition has been prepared, citing FAR 6.302-1, as Globe Composite is identified as the manufacturer and only authorized entity for these seals. Required deliverables include a Certificate of Conformance and Certificate of Self-Life. The desired delivery date is December 1, 2026.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- Contract Type (Intended): Firm-Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 339991 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 5330 (Packing And Gasket Materials)
- Place of Performance: Bremerton, WA
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DLA MARITIME - PUGET SOUND
Submission & Evaluation
This is NOT a request for quotes or proposals. Interested parties capable of providing the required seals may express their interest and demonstrate their capabilities. Responses will be used solely to determine whether a competitive procurement can be conducted. The government will not be responsible for any costs incurred in responding to this notice. Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM to be eligible for any future award.
Eligibility & Response Requirements
There is no set-aside for this notice, as it is an intent to sole source. However, DLA is seeking clear and convincing documentation from interested parties demonstrating their ability to meet the requirements. Submissions should include:
- Organization name, address, email, website, telephone number
- Business size, ownership type, and Vendor Cage Code
- Tailored capability statements detailing organizational and staff capability, technical background, and any anticipated subcontracting or teaming arrangements.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due: April 26, 2026, 08 AM Pacific Time
- Published Date: April 19, 2026
- Primary Contact: TRICIA WINTERSTEEN (TRICIA.WINTERSTEEN@DLA.MIL, 360-509-0205)
- Submission Email: tricia.wintersteen@dla.mil (Subject: "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE FOR EAV HINGE ARM FAIRING SEALS6")