The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential suppliers for butterfly valves (NSN: 4810-01-380-6588TP) required for C-130 aircraft, with an estimated need for 50 units. This procurement aims to gather market research and assess the capabilities of various businesses, including small, disadvantaged, and women-owned enterprises, to determine if the acquisition can be competitive or restricted to small businesses. The butterfly valves are critical components for aircraft operations, necessitating suppliers who can provide labor, materials, inspection, testing, and logistics services for their manufacture and delivery. Interested parties must respond to this notice and complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) to qualify, with inquiries directed to 423 SCMS Workflow at 423scms.workflow@us.af.mil.