Collins FY25 Add
ID: SPE4A6-FY25Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)
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    Posted Jan 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 20, 2025, 10:00 AM UTC
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The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify companies capable of manufacturing or obtaining specific items listed in the attached workbook for the Collins FY25 Add project. This opportunity serves as a market research tool and is not a solicitation for offers; it aims to gather information on potential suppliers who can meet the requirements for the National Item Identification Numbers (NIINs) specified. The items are critical for maintaining the operational readiness of the Department of Defense, and interested parties are encouraged to submit their qualifications by January 20, 2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Paul H. Clark at paul.h.clark@dla.mil or by phone at 804-279-1654.

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Jan 14, 2025, 7:19 PM UTC
The document outlines the procedures for submitting Source Approval Requests (SARs) related to National Stock Numbers (NSNs) within the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). SARs should be directed to the buyer for open solicitations or to the SAR Program office for items without open solicitations. The document specifies that SARs for fully competitive items, indicated by certain coding, will not be evaluated. Additionally, it warns that submissions may be deemed non-cost effective based on item demand and encourages users to review forecasting requirements before submission. A thorough process requiring multiple copies for items managed by different services is detailed, with a review timeframe of up to 180 days. The communication emphasizes submitting SARs in digital format and notes that hard copies will not be returned. For any queries, an analyst’s contact is provided. This guidance aims to streamline the SAR submission process in the context of federal requests for proposals (RFPs) and grants.
Jan 14, 2025, 7:19 PM UTC
The provided document lists a series of National Item Identification Numbers (NIIN), which are unique identifiers used by the federal government to track items in the inventory managed by the Department of Defense and other agencies. The file appears to serve as a reference concerning materials pertinent to federal procurement activities, potentially related to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and grants at federal, state, and local levels. The NIINs catalogued might correspond to various materials, components, or products that could be of interest to government contracting processes or related grant funding. By detailing these specific identifiers, the document facilitates ease of reference for contractors, grant recipients, or government agencies involved in procurement and funding initiatives. The systematic listing indicates a focus on maintaining organization and accessibility within the government contracting sphere, essential for compliance and inventory management.
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