Lightweight Performance Hood, Type 3
ID: SPE1C125R0001Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/d3f63ff865b443ce9f139cbfe8bb6d43/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting market research for the Lightweight Performance Hood, Type 3, to inform its acquisition strategy aimed at enhancing support for military customers globally. The agency intends to issue a Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract, with a minimum order of 25,800 units and a maximum of 516,000 units over a four-year period, emphasizing the importance of gathering industry insights on capabilities, pricing, and production rates. Interested firms are encouraged to participate in this informal survey to foster competition and ensure a viable industrial base, with responses due by September 12, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Ryan Hutton at Ryan.Hutton@dla.mil or Robert Singley at robert.singley@dla.mil.

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    Ryan Hutton
    (215) 737-0442
    Ryan.Hutton@dla.mil
    Robert Singley
    robert.singley@dla.mil
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    Market Research Survey 14321.docx
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting an informal market research survey regarding the Lightweight Performance Hood, Type 3, under Purchase Description GL-PD-08-78F. The purpose of the survey is to gather insights from industry stakeholders to formulate an acquisition strategy to effectively support military customers globally. DLA plans to issue a Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract with an estimated minimum order of 25,800 units and a maximum quantity of up to 516,000 units over a four-year period. The agency seeks detailed responses on company capabilities, pricing, production rates, and potential subcontracting arrangements, while making clear that this inquiry is not a solicitation for bids. Interested firms must submit their responses by September 12, 2024. The DLA emphasizes its commitment to fostering competition and ensuring a viable industrial base for the required item, while providing detailed specifications and market insights for prospective suppliers to aid in complying with government requirements. Key delivery locations include facilities in Michigan, Georgia, and Texas, with a FOB Destination requirement.
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