Sources Sought - 1560014512323
ID: SPE4A725R0545Type: 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b7332abc3ab94904b31abe687987721f/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due May 30, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential manufacturers capable of producing or obtaining the NSN 1560-01-451-2323, SEAL, GUNMOUNT. This item is currently manufactured by Rubbercraft Corporation of California and is critical for specific weapon systems designated by codes 06F and ATF. Interested parties are invited to submit their qualifications to become an "Approved Source" for this item by April 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with all responses directed to Michael Kershaw at michael.kershaw@dla.mil. The opportunity does not constitute a solicitation, and no funds are available for response preparation.

Point(s) of Contact
Michael Kershaw
michael.kershaw@dla.mil
Noraida Maldonado-Otero804-279-2836
Noraida.Maldonado-Otero@dla.mil
Files
Title
Posted
Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook JACG SAM HB 03-16-11.pdf
Apr 9, 2025, 7:08 PM UTC
The Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook outlines policies and procedures for approving sources supplying critical safety items (CSIs) in aviation. It emphasizes ensuring full and open competition as mandated by various federal regulations, highlighting the role of design control activities in determining supplier qualifications. The handbook details the types of sources considered for approval, including original equipment manufacturers and fully-licensed repair facilities. It covers the responsibilities of procuring activities in source management, focusing on compliance with source approval requirements. Additionally, the document provides a comprehensive process for Source Approval Requests (SARs), emphasizing risk management, technical reviews, and quality assurance to confirm suppliers can produce items that meet specified standards. Chapters discuss reverse engineering, local purchases, and the use of surplus materials, focusing on maintaining airworthiness and minimizing operational impacts within the Department of Defense (DoD). The handbook aims to ensure adequate quality control while promoting cost-effectiveness and efficiency in sourcing aviation components. This document serves as a critical resource for government contracting entities, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a competitive supplier environment among federal and defense contracting initiatives.
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