The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for the procurement of the Ball Screw Assembly, identified by NSN 1680-002497137. The DLA is seeking to determine the capabilities of other manufacturers to produce or legitimately obtain this item, which is currently supplied by several companies, including Linear Motion LLC and Thomas Instrument, Incorporated. This item plays a critical role in defense applications, and while there is no solicitation at this time, interested parties are encouraged to respond to this notice to express their capabilities. Responses must be submitted by December 16, 2025, at 6:00 AM Eastern Standard Time, and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Loeffelholz at ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil or by phone at 804-279-1452.