The Defense Logistics Agency released a Sources Sought notice (25R0249) to identify potential suppliers for the manufacture of a specific weapon access door (NSN 5342-13-123-1278) and seeks market research input. Currently, the only approved supplier is FN HERSTAL (P/N 3627200670). The goal is to gather information on organizations capable of fulfilling this contract, which may lead to either small business set-asides or open competition. Interested parties should submit their organization details and capability statements by December 18, 2024. Submissions are voluntary, and no solicitation or feedback will be provided. Potential suppliers must demonstrate their ability to manage manufacturing processes including procurement, logistics, inspections, and supply chain issues. The document emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of project management and performance-based service acquisition standards. The estimated requirement for the weapon access door is 21 units. Technical specifications and qualification requirements for submissions are not available.

The solicitation 25R0249 pertains to the procurement of 21 units of a DOOR, ACCESS, WEAPON, identified by NSN 5342-13-123-1278. It is classified under other than full and open competition with a required delivery timeframe of 156 days after receipt of order (ARO). The issuance date for this solicitation is set for December 23, 2024. The evaluation for contract award will consider price, past performance, and additional factors outlined in the solicitation. A reverse auction may be a component of this procurement process, and offerors are advised to register on the ProcureX system to participate. Specific instructions on accessing the solicitation are provided, directing interested parties to the DIBBS website for downloading the RFP in PDF format, as no paper copies will be distributed. This document exemplifies a standard government procurement process, illustrating the guidelines for bidding and participation in federal solicitations.