SupportTurbineNoz_End_Item_F100_NSN_2840015454839NZ_PN_4088292
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 Department of Defense, DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, on behalf of the U.S. Air Force, has issued a Sources Sought notice for "SUPPORT, TURBINE NOZ" (NSN 2840-01-545-4839NZ, Part Number 4088292) spares procurement. This market research aims to identify potential sources capable of new manufacture for this item and to determine if the effort can be competitive or designated as a Small Business Set-Aside. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. Responses are requested by April 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the new manufacture of the specified turbine nozzle support. Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all necessary labor, materials, facilities, and equipment. This includes the procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Additionally, sources may be responsible for comprehensive supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets. Nonrecurring engineering costs associated with becoming an approved source may also be a responsibility. The estimated spares requirement is for October 27, 2028, and this is specifically for new spares, not repair services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Response Due: April 9, 2026
- Published: March 10, 2026
- NAICS Code: 336412 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,500 employees
Eligibility & Set-Aside
The government is interested in responses from all potential sources, including Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The primary goal of this market research is to assess the market and determine the appropriate set-aside designation for a future solicitation, if any.
Submission & Source Approval
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on the SAM.gov opportunity page to participate. Potential sources wishing to be qualified are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. QRs and an Engineering Data List (EDL), if applicable, are attached to the original notice. If no EDL is provided, sources must independently acquire the necessary technical data. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via an Excel spreadsheet to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR package submission is electronic via DoD SAFE.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this Sources Sought notice should be submitted to the 421st SCMS workflow email: 421scms.requirements.workflow@us.af.mil. For questions specifically related to the SAR process, contact the AFSC Small Business Office at afsc.sb.workflow@us.af.mil.