The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturing sources for the Shroud, Segment, Turbo for the F118 engine (NSN: 2840-01-528-4198). This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) aims to gather information on companies capable of manufacturing this component, emphasizing the need for prior experience with similar items and a licensing agreement with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The government is interested in responses from all business types, including small and disadvantaged businesses, and requires interested parties to submit documentation demonstrating their capabilities and relevant experience. Companies should direct their inquiries and responses to 423SCMS.Requirements@us.af.mil, noting that no funds are available for this market research, and the initiative is strictly for informational purposes.