C-5 Seals, WSDC:11F, AIRCRAFT, C-5 Galaxy
ID: SPE4A526R0103Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e81530f888304117b0c9c38d8cd0e97a/view
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking potential small business suppliers for C-5 aircraft seals, specifically for the C-5 Galaxy, a critical military transport aircraft for the U.S. Air Force. The procurement aims to ensure a reliable supply of quality seals necessary for maintaining pressure and aerodynamic qualities during flight, with a focus on supporting global Department of Defense customer needs. Interested suppliers must demonstrate their capability to manufacture these seals according to specific engineering standards, with a Request for Proposal anticipated to be released in January 2026 and contract awards expected by March 2026. Responses are due by 1600 EST on December 8, 2025, and should be directed to Michele Mauney at michele.mauney@dla.mil or Brian Ginnane at brian.ginnane.ctr@dla.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michele Mauney
    (445) 737-6731
    michele.mauney@dla.mil
    Brian Ginnane
    brian.ginnane.ctr@dla.mil
    Files
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    NIINs for publication.xlsx
    The provided file is a list of various parts, categorized by Federal Supply Classification (FSC) and National Item Identification Number (NIIN), along with their nomenclature and specific part numbers. The items primarily consist of 'SEAL ASSY' components, such as 'SEAL ASSY,SLAT,' 'SEAL END SLAT,' 'SEAL ASSEMBLY, TRACK,' and 'SEAL ASSEMBLY,ISLAN,' which fall under FSC 5330. Additionally, the list includes 'SUPPORT,STRUCTURAL' and numerous 'PLATE,STRUCTURAL,AI' items, both categorized under FSC 1560. This document appears to be an inventory or a catalog of parts, potentially for procurement or maintenance purposes within a government agency or a related contractor. It details specific components by their unique identifiers and descriptions, which is essential for accurate ordering and supply chain management in federal government operations.
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