BELT,AIRCRAFT SAFET
ID: SPE4A725R0382Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is conducting market research through a sources sought notice for the supply of aircraft safety belts, specifically NSNs 1680-014371180 and 1680-014371181. The objective is to identify organizations capable of manufacturing, inspecting, and packaging these components, as well as fulfilling supply chain management and logistics requirements, given that East/West Industries, Inc. is currently the only approved supplier. These safety belts are critical components for aircraft, ensuring the safety of personnel during operations. Interested organizations must submit details about their capabilities and resources by February 25, 2024, to Eric Jones at eric.jones@dla.mil, as responses are voluntary and no formal proposals are solicited at this time.

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    The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research through a sources sought notice for the supply of aircraft safety belts (NSNs 1680-014371180 and 1680-014371181) to assess potential contractors' capabilities. Currently, East/West Industries, Inc. is the only approved supplier. This notice seeks to identify organizations capable of manufacturing, inspecting, and packaging these components, in addition to fulfilling supply chain management and logistics requirements. Organizations interested in this opportunity are required to provide details about their capabilities, management structures, and resources by February 25, 2024. The NAICS code for this procurement is 336413, and the initiative may result in small business set-asides or full and open competition. Responses to the notice are voluntary, and no formal proposals are solicited at this time. The procurement aims to establish a contract that ensures compliance with project management criteria, including scheduling, cost management, and risk mitigation.
    This document outlines a government solicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) regarding aircraft safety belts, specifically NSNs 1680-014371180 and 1680-014371181. The solicitation, issued on March 6, 2025, and closing on April 5, 2025, allows offers to be submitted in writing, as certified cost and pricing data, as well as EEO clearance, are not required. The contract spans a base period of five years with an estimated annual demand of 221 units, where the minimum order quantity is 55 and a maximum of 221. The selection criteria will equally weigh price, past performance, and delivery factors. Successful suppliers must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM), with annual updates required. The solicitation documents will be available on the DLA Internet Bid Board Systems on the issue date, and interested parties must download them online as no paper copies will be provided. This procurement is classified as a Life Support and Navy Critical Safety Item, and all responsible sources can submit offers for consideration. Overall, the document is part of the federal RFP framework, ensuring compliance and systematic procurement within government operations.
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