Technical Data Rights and Source Control Licensing Support

The contract involves providing consulting support to qualify alternate sources for critical components by managing technical data rights and navigating Original Equipment Manufacturer approval processes, in alignment with DoD-STD-100 and Northrop Grumman source control requirements. This work is essential to ensure compliance with Department of Defense standards while enabling the expansion of supply chain options without compromising quality, performance, or intellectual property protections. The engagement requires deep expertise in technical data licensing, source approval workflows, and defense acquisition regulations to facilitate seamless transition and certification of new suppliers. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 541690 for other scientific and technical consulting services and is associated with the Department of Defense through the Philadelphia-based DLA Aviation office. While specific performance location details are not provided, the nature of the work suggests coordination with defense contractors and government entities involved in aerospace and defense systems sourcing. The project aims to enhance supply chain resilience by systematically validating alternate sources through documented technical data rights management and formal OEM approvals, directly supporting DoD objectives for robust, diversified, and compliant logistics networks.