J&A6.302-1; SPE5EN17R0001

The Department of Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Industrial Hardware is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to perform market research for a range of hardware items, including various types of catches, latches, hinges, bolts, and other industrial hardware components. These items are currently classified as sole source and restricted source with Hartwell (83014) as the primary approved supplier. The notice aims to identify potential manufacturers capable of producing items equivalent to or exceeding the quality of the existing products supplied by Hartwell. Interested contractors must carefully review the item descriptions and assess any manufacturing challenges, demonstrating through documentation that their products meet or surpass the requirements. The Government does not possess technical data for these items and may require the approved primary source's consent before submitting technical packages. Contractors interested in participating are requested to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package via email to Isabelle Duvak at the DLA Troop Support Industrial Hardware office in Philadelphia, PA. This notice is strictly for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of future procurement. No compensation will be provided for information submitted, and any future solicitations for these items will be posted on the FedBizOpps website, which contractors must monitor to pursue contract opportunities. The contract is associated with NAICS code 332510 and emphasizes the need for compliance with existing standards and approval processes before any production or delivery commitments.