Chain Stud Link, [WSDC: EXN] End Item: Los Angeles Class SSN (688) PR: 7010288956; NSN: 4010-001495614
ID: SPE4A625R0132Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing (332618)

PSC

CHAIN AND WIRE ROPE (4010)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/729ca0e25d624b14a850145b548c992a/view
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the procurement of Chain Stud Links, specifically for the Los Angeles Class SSN (688) submarine. The requirement includes the new manufacture of the item, which entails labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for production, inspection, testing, and logistics management. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of naval vessels, with an estimated requirement of 60 units based on the specifications outlined in MIL-C-24633A. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by 3:00 PM EST on April 15, 2025, to Melinda.Johnson@dla.mil, as this is a sources sought notice and not a request for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Melinda Johnson
    (804) 279-1627
    Melinda.Johnson@dla.mil
    Lionel Allamby Jr
    (804) 279-5132
    (804) 279-5983
    lionel.allamby@dla.mil
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