UNRESTRICTED; Bearing, Cartridge; NSN 3110-01-207-2712, PN 38-0018-01, PR 7008238341

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research to identify capable vendors for supplying a Cartridge Bearing (NSN 3110-01-207-2712), with an estimated requirement of 121 units. This effort is part of their preliminary process to determine the most suitable procurement method, which may include small business set-asides or full and open competition, potentially resulting in multiple awards. Interested organizations are invited to submit detailed capability statements, including organizational information, technical qualifications, and management approaches, especially if subcontracting or teaming arrangements are involved. The responses will help assess the market’s capacity to meet the scope, technical, and performance requirements, including compliance with project schedules, cost controls, personnel retention, and risk mitigation strategies. There is no solicitation issued at this stage, and the submission deadline is July 1, 2025. Companies must send their responses via email to Christy Oakley at [email hidden], with instructions for submitting Source Approval Requests (SAR) through the DoDSafe system. The contract involves a specific part number (38-0018-01) and requires no technical orders or qualification requirements at this time. The contract will be performed in Richmond, Virginia, and the government emphasizes that this market research is solely for informational purposes to gauge industry capabilities and capacity for this particular requirement.