Chamois Visor Lens Covers
ID: CTSMSG009-04Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

Precision Turned Product Manufacturing (332721)

PSC

SPECIALIZED FLIGHT CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES (8475)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/695e9fc4e1264c128764e581c91519ae/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential manufacturers for Chamois Visor Lens Covers, which are essential components used in various military clothing and textile items. The DLA Troop Support is particularly interested in assessing both domestic and non-domestic manufacturing capabilities, with a preference for U.S.-based companies in accordance with DFARS regulations. This initiative serves as market research to evaluate the availability and production capacity of these lens covers before any formal solicitation is issued. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities, including company information and responses to specific operational questions, to Alan Cure and Isaiah R. Murray via email by the specified response date.

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    Sources Sought- Chamois Visor Lens Covers (Final).pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support (DLATS) is seeking to assess industry capabilities for manufacturing Chamois Visor Lens Covers through a Sources Sought notice. This announcement serves as market research per FAR 10, and is not a solicitation for proposals. DLA wishes to identify potential sources for domestic and non-domestic production, favoring companies with domestic manufacturing capabilities in line with DFARS regulations. Respondents are urged to evaluate technical documents and request specifications for supported items. Interested vendors must provide information including company profile, production capacity, labor availability, raw material concerns, and production lead times. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code relevant to this notice is 332721. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered. Responses must be directed to designated DLA personnel by a specified date. The notice underscores the government's non-commitment to any future business engagements based on responses, ensuring proprietary information is protected if marked accordingly.
    Sources Sought- Chamois Visor Lens Covers (Final) .pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support (DLATS) is seeking industry capabilities for Chamois Visor Lens Covers through a Sources Sought notice, part of market research as per FAR 10. This announcement aims to identify potential domestic and non-domestic manufacturers for these lens covers, used in various military items. Preference is given to U.S.-based companies, but foreign suppliers will also be considered. The notice outlines that the government will not compensate for information received, nor does it commit to future business. Interested vendors are encouraged to review technical documentation and submit their capabilities, including production rates and supply chain issues. Additionally, the document specifies the applicable NAICS code for contractors, who must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR). Responses should include detailed company information and answers to specific operational questions. This Sources Sought serves as a preliminary step in identifying suppliers and assessing the market landscape for Chamois Visor Lens Covers before issuing any formal solicitations.
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