VANE PUMP ASSEMBLY
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, on behalf of the U.S. Air Force (424th SCMS), has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to conduct market research for the procurement of VANE PUMP ASSEMBLY spares for the KC-135 platform. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. Responses are requested by April 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is the new manufacture of component parts, including inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping for the specified item. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources, and shipping serviceable assets. The specific item is Part Number 43323070 and NSN 1680-99-477-5431FL. This is a new spares buy, with an estimated maximum quantity of 7 units and a maximum PR value of $320,859.77. There is no repair requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Contract Type: To be determined (if a solicitation follows)
- Estimated Value: Max PR Value of $320,859.77
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage; market research includes Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a)s, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Hubzone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses.
- NAICS Code: 336413 with a Size Standard of 1,250 employees.
- Response Due: April 21, 2026
- Published: April 15, 2026
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA
Submission & Evaluation
Interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" to participate. Responses will be used to determine if the requirement can be competitively procured or set aside for small businesses. Questions should be submitted to 424.scms.afmc.rfi.responses@us.af.mil.
Technical Data & Source Approval
Potential sources must complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QRs) for this item. The official synopsis of QRs can be found by searching www.sam.gov for "848 SCMG MQR". Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email to ocalc.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR package submission is electronic through DoD SAFE.
Additional Notes
No funds are available for the information solicited. The document includes a form (Part I. Business Information) for companies to provide details about their business and any teaming partners.