VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT
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 Oklahoma City is conducting market research (Sources Sought) to identify potential sources for F-15 aircraft hydraulic system components, specifically for VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT (Part Number 010-63078-8, NSN: 1650-01-346-6328). This effort aims to determine if the requirement for 26 new spares units can be competitive or a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by February 4, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought Synopsis is for market research only and is not a solicitation. The government seeks to identify qualified sources capable of procuring and manufacturing 26 units of the specified F-15 component. Key responsibilities include inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Potential responsibilities may also encompass supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, long-lead time parts procurement, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources, and material shortage issues. This requirement is for a new spares buy and does not involve repair services.
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 Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. The applicable NAICS Code is 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing) with a Size Standard of 1,250 employees.
Technical Requirements & Qualification
Potential sources wishing to be qualified must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data List (EDL) may be embedded or referenced. Government-provided data is annotated on the EDL if available; otherwise, sources must acquire technical data independently. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR package submission is via DoD SAFE (https://safe.apps.mil/).
Submission Details & Key Dates
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" to participate. Questions regarding this post should be submitted to 423scms.guea.workflow@us.af.mil.
- Response Due: February 4, 2026, 05:59 AM EST
- Published Date: January 27, 2026