The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking sources for the procurement of a Sensing Element for fire detection, identified by NSN: 6340-014712596. This Sources Sought notice is intended for informational purposes only and requests interested parties with manufacturing capabilities to submit a Source Approval Package (SAR) for technical review, as the item is currently approved for specific sources including Kidde Technologies Inc. and Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems. The Sensing Element is critical for fire safety applications within military operations, and the government emphasizes that this notice does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Michael Blain at 804-807-4436 or via email at michael.blain@dla.mil, and are encouraged to review the Source Approval Handbook for guidance on submitting SARs.