Sources Sought for NSN 1620-01-161-8355
ID: SPE4A725R0291-Sources_SoughtType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT LANDING GEAR COMPONENTS (1620)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4a9fb384c15f41a7b8ff1f37675df379/view
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify companies capable of manufacturing or obtaining the skid assembly pad, identified by NSN 1620-01-161-8355. This item is currently produced by Triumph Actuation Systems and is critical for aircraft landing gear components, underscoring its importance in aviation safety and operational efficiency. Interested parties are invited to submit their qualifications by January 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with responses directed to Gladys Brown via email at gladys.brown@dla.mil. This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Gladys Brown
    (804) 279-1561
    gladys.brown@dla.mil
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    Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook JACG SAM HB 03-16-11.pdf
    The Aviation Source Approval and Management Handbook provides guidelines for the approval and management of sources supplying critical aviation items to ensure quality and safety in the procurement process. Highlighting the requirements of the Competition in Contracting Act and associated regulations, it identifies various categories of approved sources, including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), licensed manufacturers, and approved distributors. The handbook outlines the responsibilities of procuring activities in source management, emphasizing compliance with technical and quality requirements. Key chapters detail the Source Approval Requests (SAR) process, including risk management, technical reviews, and quality assurance checks that determine suppliers' capabilities. It also covers the alternative source qualification for Critical Safety Items (CSIs) and the conditions under which surplus materials and reverse engineering may be permitted. Robust coordination among military services is encouraged, promoting source reciprocity to enhance efficiency. Overall, this document establishes comprehensive procedures for ensuring that only qualified suppliers meet the technical and safety standards required for the aviation industry's critical components, thereby facilitating effective governmental procurement processes.
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