The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research through a sources sought notice (25R0453) to identify organizations capable of supplying the specific NSN (1670-01-067-6838) for an extension, extraction component (Part Number 11-1-2530-1). This inquiry aims to assess market capacity and will inform the procurement method, potentially leading to contracts either set aside for small businesses or through full and open competition. Interested parties should submit their organizational information and tailored capability statements by March 18, 2025, via email. The government emphasizes the importance of strong project management and technical capabilities, including the procurement of components, logistics planning, and management of supply chain issues. The estimated requirement for this procurement is 24,120 units. Technical drawings and qualifying requirements are not currently available, and all submissions are voluntary with no obligation from the government to reimburse any costs incurred.
The federal solicitation 25R0453 is for the procurement of 24,120 units of the EXTENSION, EXTRACTIO, identified by NSN 1670-01-067-6838 and P/N 11-1-2530-1. This request is designated as a total small business set-aside, with a required delivery timeline of 508 days after receipt of order (ARO). The evaluation for the contract award will consider various factors such as pricing and past performance. The solicitation will be officially issued on March 28, 2025, and will be accessible through the DIBBS website, specifically under the Requests for Proposal (RFP) section. It is important to note that a paper copy of the solicitation will not be provided. Interested parties are advised to have Adobe Acrobat Reader for document access, as the RFP files will be available in PDF format. This solicitation reflects the government's efforts to engage small businesses in defense-related procurement, aligning with its policies to support small enterprise participation in federal contracting opportunities.