ROD ASSY,DAMPER P/N: 70106-08003-042 NSN:1615-01-085-5318

The Defense Logistics Agency at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, is conducting market research to identify qualified manufacturing sources for a Rod Assembly Damper (Part Number 70106-08003-042, NSN 1615-01-085-5318) supporting the BLACKHAWK weapon system. This effort falls under NAICS code 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The government holds rights to the complete technical data package with no restrictions on engineering, tooling, or manufacturing. The solicitation seeks to determine the potential for future competitive procurements or set-asides, particularly encouraging participation from Women-Owned Small Businesses, along with other small business categories including 8(a), small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and HUBZone businesses. Interested firms must meet prequalification requirements and demonstrate the capability to produce the specified item while complying with all solicitation terms and conditions. The contractor will be responsible for the full spectrum of manufacturing responsibilities such as supply chain management, logistics, parts forecasting including long-lead items, material obsolescence management, final delivery, and related engineering services necessary to qualify as a source. Contractors are encouraged to register and seek source approval through the Aviation Management Control website to be eligible for future contracts. The deadline for responses is April 20, 2026, and all inquiries can be directed to the provided points of contact at DLA Aviation in Huntsville, Alabama.