WEIGHT,COUNTER BALANCE
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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought synopsis for NSN 5855-015427865, WEIGHT,COUNTER BALANCE. This effort aims to identify interested and capable parties for the new manufacture of this item. The market research will inform the method of procurement, which may include a set-aside for Small Businesses or full and open competition. Responses are due by May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
Potential sources should be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the item. This includes:
- Procurement/manufacture of component parts
- Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping
- Supply chain management
- Logistics planning and forecasting production requirements
- Managing long-lead time parts procurement and diminishing manufacturing sources/material shortage issues
- Shipping serviceable assets
The specific requirement is for Part Number 268465CW, with an estimated requirement of MIN 253 and MAX 850 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Item: NSN 5855-015427865, WEIGHT,COUNTER BALANCE (P/N 268465CW)
- Estimated Quantity: MIN 253, MAX 850
- NAICS Code: 333310
- Response Due: May 11, 2026
- Published: May 6, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will help DLA assess market capacity to:
- Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
- Secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement a successful project management plan (including compliance with schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel, and risk mitigation).
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. Drawings, technical orders, and qualification requirements are not available. The current approved source of supply is AVIATION SPECIALTIES UNLIMITED, INC. (1MFX9 P/N 268465CW). Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should submit:
- Organization name, address, email, website, telephone, size, and type of ownership.
- Tailored capability statements with documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If subcontracting/teaming is anticipated, address administrative and management structures.
All responses must be emailed to Montana.Kipp@dla.mil.