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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on May 29, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Sources Sought for NSN 2995-00-909-4508

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NAICS: 336412
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PARTS KIT,VALVE,GATEThe Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research through a sources sought notice to identify capable suppliers for a parts kit identified as PARTS KIT, VALVE, GATE, with the National Stock Number (NSN) 2915-00-055-9603. Currently, there is only one approved source, ITT Aerospace Controls LLC, for part number 105092HS. This market research aims to determine the appropriate procurement approach and may lead to either small business set-asides or full and open competition with the possibility of multiple awards. This is not a solicitation, and no proposals are being requested at this time; responses are voluntary and do not obligate the government financially. Potential suppliers must demonstrate their ability to manufacture the parts kit, including procurement of components, inspection, testing, packaging, shipping, and supply chain management. Key capabilities sought include managing production schedules, handling diminishing manufacturing sources, and providing a performance-based service acquisition contract. Responses should provide detailed organizational information and tailored capability statements, particularly if subcontracting or teaming is involved. Interested parties must submit information by June 16, 2026, via email to the designated point of contact, Montana Kipp. Technical orders and qualification requirements are not available at this stage, and telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Estimated contract quantities range from a minimum of 44 to a maximum of 173 parts kits.
DLA Aviation

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The Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support is seeking market research input to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately sourcing the actuator end cap assembly identified by NSN 2995-00-909-4508, currently produced by Arkwin Industries Inc. This notice serves solely as an informational request and is not a solicitation or commitment by the government to award a contract. Interested and qualified companies have until June 3, 2026, by 2:00 pm EST to respond via email to the designated acquisition specialist, Gladys Brown. Responses are voluntary, and no government funds are available to cover preparation costs. Companies wishing to be considered as an approved source for this item must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package demonstrating their capability to manufacture or provide an equal or superior product compared to the current item. SAR submissions follow specific guidelines outlined in the related JACG SAM HB document and must be directed to the appropriate contacts depending on whether an open solicitation exists for the NSN. The contracting office is located in Richmond, VA, and Gladys Brown serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries and submissions.

General Info

DLA seeks market research for actuator end cap assembly suppliers; responses due June 3, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → DLA Aviation

NAICS

336412 - Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

VA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Aviation+Source+Approval+and+Management+Handbook+JACG+SAM+HB+03-16-11.pdf

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA Aviation
Contacts1 person available
OfficeRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA
Organization / Agency
Department Of Defense → DLA Aviation
Office AddressRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support is issuing this Sources Sought Notice as a means of conducting market research to determine if other companies are capable of manufacturing (or legitimately obtaining) the following item: NSN 2995-00-909-4508, actuator end cap assembly.  This item is currently manufactured by Arkwin Industries Inc. (CAGE 98391) under part number 7257-103-1.  The Weapon System Designator Code is 42F. 



This Sources Sought Notice is for informational purposes only.  This is not a request for an offer.  This does not constitute as a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government.  Responses in any form are not offers and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement.  No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement.  Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.



Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to manufacture (or legitimately obtain) the above listed supplies are invited to submit a response to this Sources Sought Notice by June 3, 2026, 2:00pm eastern standard time. All responses under this Sources Sought Notice must be emailed to Gladys Brown (gladys.brown@dla.mil). 



Contracting Office Address: 6090 Strathmore Rd., Richmond, VA 23237


Primary Point of Contact: Gladys Brown, Acquisition Specialist, Phone: 445-737-4113, Email: gladys.brown@dla.mil. 



If your company desires to be reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" for this item, submit an application package through the Source Approval Request (SAR) Program as outlined in the attached JACG SAM HB document.  A SAR package contains all of the technical data needed to demonstrate that the prospective contractor can competently manufacture the product to the same level of quality, or better, than the required item.  The onus is on the contractor to document and demonstrate their product is equal to, or better, than the currently approved item, which DLA Aviation is procuring.



If there is an open solicitation for an NSN which you want to submit a SAR, please submit the SAR directly to the buyer noted on the solicitation.



If you are submitting a SAR for an NSN with no open solicitation, please send it to the DLA SAR Program Office address below:



DLA Weapons Support SAR Program Office


Attn: DLA AVN-DU (SAR Program Manager)


6090 Strathmore Rd.


Richmond, VA 23237