STRAP, RETAINING NSN 5340-01-26-41575
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) Land and Maritime is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers for NSN 5340-01-264-1575, STRAP, RETAINING. This effort aims to inform a future long-term contract solicitation. Responses, including a completed Market Research Questionnaire, are due by May 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought notice seeks to identify additional sources capable of manufacturing NSN 5340-01-264-1575, STRAP, RETAINING. The currently approved source is FLEET ENGINEERS INC (CAGE 1PAW0, P/N 031-00724). The market research will help DLA develop a realistic and beneficial solicitation for a Long-Term Contract (LTC) for this item.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not an RFP)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 13, 2026, by 4:59 PM ET
- Published: May 6, 2026
Market Research Questionnaire Details
The attached questionnaire, "CL25346004 Market Research LTC Questionnaire.docx", is crucial for potential bidders to provide input that could shape the final solicitation. Key areas covered include:
- Company Information: Size, status (Small/Large Business, SBA classifications), and manufacturer/distributor status.
- Long-Term Contract Interest: Preferred contract period, potential quantity price breaks, and suggestions for item lists.
- Cost & Pricing Data: Willingness to provide certified data for contracts over $2.5M.
- Commerciality: Whether items are commercial per FAR 2.101(b) and willingness to provide evidence.
- Delivery: Production limitations and applicability of minimum delivery order quantities.
Submission Requirements
Interested sources must complete the provided Market Research Questionnaire. All information should be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Regina Collette, at regina.collette@dla.mil.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation.