The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting market research for the procurement of a Regulating Valve (NSN 4810-01-225-7171, Part Number 16VY100-3) intended for use in the F-16 aircraft. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing the valve, including small businesses and various disadvantaged business categories, to enhance competition and assess the feasibility of a Small Business Set-Aside. Interested vendors must be able to provide all necessary labor, materials, and logistics support for the production and delivery of the item, with an estimated solicitation date set for November 2024 and a closing date in December 2024. For further inquiries, potential sources should contact the primary point of contact, 423 SCMS, via email at 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil.