GRIP ASSY, CONTR
ID: SPE4A725R0672Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9cca58ea4ce04949a5e4b27739b0130c/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking interested parties to support the procurement of the Grip Assembly, Control (NSN 1680-01-548-2321). The government requires vendors capable of manufacturing this item, which includes providing all necessary labor, materials, facilities, and equipment, as well as managing supply chain logistics and addressing potential manufacturing challenges. This procurement is critical for maintaining operational readiness, and the estimated annual quantity needed is eight units. Interested vendors must submit their capability responses by June 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, to Renee Griffin at renee.griffin@dla.mil, as this sources sought notice is aimed at identifying potential suppliers for future contracts.

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    Renee Griffin
    (445) 737-2040
    Renee.Griffin@dla.mil
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