FY26-6A Foreign Bearings Waiver Package Sources Sought Notice

The Department of Defense, through DLA Aviation, has issued a sources sought notice seeking viable domestic manufacturers for specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) currently identified as foreign-manufactured bearings. This action aligns with DFARS regulations 225.7009 and 252.225-7016, which emphasize domestic sourcing requirements for defense-related procurements. The notice aims to identify potential suppliers who can comply with the applicable conditions for source approval, including part number control, configuration control, and source control, while noting that technical data is generally not accessible or disseminated by the government. The procurement covers a list of specific bearing NSNs, detailed in the notice, reflecting an effort to reduce reliance on foreign manufacturing and ensure supply chain security for critical components. Interested domestic vendors are invited to respond by June 11, 2026, and the solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 332991, which pertains to ball and roller bearing manufacturing. The solicitation does not specify any set-aside type and is managed by the DLA Aviation office located in Richmond, Virginia. Points of contact are provided for inquiries, ensuring potential suppliers can obtain additional procurement information. This notice is part of the broader Department of Defense initiative to enhance domestic industrial capabilities and secure sources for essential military hardware components.