The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking sources capable of manufacturing the NSN 3040-01-171-0506, a shouldered shaft designated for the AH-64E Apache helicopter. This sources sought notice aims to identify potential manufacturers and requires respondents to provide their location and points of contact. The item is critical for the operational readiness of military aircraft, emphasizing the importance of reliable supply chains in defense logistics. Interested parties should direct their responses to Cheryl Broadie at Cheryl.Broadie@dla.mil, with no obligation for the government to award a contract as this is purely an informational request.