SPRRA126Q0027
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) Aviation at Huntsville, AL is conducting Market Research through this Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources for a FUSELAGE SECTION (NSN: 1560-01-585-2854, Part Number: 7-311111020-30) for the APACHE weapon system. The primary goal is to determine if future acquisitions can be competitive or Set Aside for Small Business. Responses are due by April 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
This SSS seeks qualified sources for the acquisition of a specific FUSELAGE SECTION. Currently, this part is procured under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) as a sole-source acquisition because the Government does not own the data rights, and reverse engineering is uneconomical. The DLA is interested in all business types, including 8(a), small business, small disadvantaged business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small business concerns, provided they meet prequalification requirements.
Selected contractors will be responsible for recurring and nonrecurring engineering services to become a qualified source, as well as all aspects of the manufacturing/production process. This includes supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, material forecasting, obsolescence issues, and final delivery of assets.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine future potential for small business set-asides)
- Response Due: April 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: April 16, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used solely for informational and planning purposes to inform DLA's acquisition strategy. This includes assessing industry capability and determining the potential for future competitive procurements or small business set-asides.
Additional Notes
This SSS is not a solicitation (RFP or RFQ) and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract award. No funds are available for the preparation of responses. Firms are encouraged to seek source approval by visiting AvMC's public website: https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/TechDataMgmt.
Contact: Jay Hobbs (JAY.HOBBS@DLA.MIL)