Sources Sought for Outserts (NSN - 4240-01-529-8327 & 4240-01-528-9288)
ID: 015298327_015289288Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199)

PSC

SAFETY AND RESCUE EQUIPMENT (4240)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/89801afa8c324d8099a108de2f9d01d7/view
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for two specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs): Clear Assembly Outsert (NSN 4240-01-529-8327) and Laser Assembly Outsert (NSN 4240-01-528-9288). The DLA is seeking information on production capabilities, lead times, delivery options, and pricing to inform an acquisition strategy for these items, which are critical for safety and rescue equipment. Interested contractors are encouraged to complete the attached Market Survey by January 27, 2026, and submit it to Andrew C. Rose at andrew.c.rose@dla.mil for further consideration. This opportunity does not constitute a solicitation, and the government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrew C Rose
    andrew.c.rose@dla.mil
    Asheai Patterson
    asheai.patterson@dla.mil
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    Market Survey Attachment.pdf
    This document is a Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) request for proposal (RFP) seeking information from potential suppliers for two specific items: Clear Assembly Outsert (NSN 4240-01-529-8327) and Laser Assembly Outsert (NSN 4240-01-528-9288). The DLA, through its C&E, Strategic Material Sourcing Group, is requesting detailed information regarding production lead-time and rate, estimated delivery days, minimum and maximum order quantities, and estimated unit prices for each item. Suppliers are asked to annotate a spreadsheet to address these questions, which are crucial for the source selection process. This RFP aims to gather comprehensive data to evaluate supplier capabilities and pricing for these national stock numbered items.
    Market Survey for Outserts.pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting market research for Clear Assembly Outserts and Laser Assembly Outserts (NSNs: 4240-01-529-8327 and 4240-01-528-9288) to develop an acquisition strategy and assess industry capabilities. This inquiry is not a solicitation but seeks information on commerciality, application, cost drivers, pricing stability, foreign material content, domestic sourcing, and compatibility issues. The DLA also requests details on production rates, delivery capabilities (FOB Origin, DVD, depot), interest in long-term contracts, ability to meet annual estimated quantities, and willingness to provide pricing for option years, potentially with an Economic Price Adjustment tied to the Producer Price Index. Respondents must complete a survey by January 27, 2026, including company information, business size, and EDI/DIBBS registration status.
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